Impeachment Process and Key Figures

Impeachment Process and Key Figures

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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The video discusses the concept of impeachment, explaining that it is a charge of misconduct against a public official, not the removal from office. It outlines the impeachment process, where the House of Representatives acts as the investigator and prosecutor, and the Senate serves as the judge and jury. Historical cases of impeachment, such as those of Andrew Johnson and Bill Clinton, are reviewed. The video also explores the current political climate regarding the potential impeachment of Donald Trump, noting the lack of concrete evidence at this stage but acknowledging ongoing investigations that could change the situation.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is the first American Palestinian woman in Congress known for her stance on impeachment?

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez

Ilhan Omar

Rasheeda Tlaib

Nancy Pelosi

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does impeachment actually involve?

A charge of misconduct

Immediate removal from office

A Supreme Court decision

A public referendum

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which body acts as the investigator and prosecutor in impeachment proceedings?

The Senate

The President

The Supreme Court

The House of Representatives

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many votes are needed in the Senate to convict and remove a president?

51 votes

100 votes

34 votes

67 votes

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which president was impeached for political reasons but later acquitted?

Richard Nixon

Andrew Johnson

Bill Clinton

Donald Trump

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Bill Clinton impeached for?

Bribery

Treason

Perjury

Obstruction of justice

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are considered impeachable offenses according to the U.S. Constitution?

Poor economic performance

Unpopular policies

Any criminal offense

High crimes and misdemeanors

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