Boehner's Lawsuit Against Obama

Boehner's Lawsuit Against Obama

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Mia Campbell

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John Boehner is attempting an unprecedented lawsuit against President Obama, aiming to have the House of Representatives sue the President. The lawsuit demands stricter enforcement of a part of Obamacare that Boehner opposes. This move is seen as a strategic way to address rising impeachment sentiments within the Republican Party without resorting to actual impeachment, which previously led to political losses. The process resembles impeachment but is likely a political maneuver to release tension and avoid extreme actions.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is unique about John Boehner's lawsuit against President Obama?

It aims to repeal a law that Boehner supports.

It is the first time a lawsuit is filed against a sitting president.

It is a criminal lawsuit.

It involves the House of Representatives institutionally suing the President.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which part of Obamacare is central to Boehner's lawsuit?

The individual mandate

The employer mandate

The Medicaid expansion

The insurance exchanges

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What would be the outcome if Boehner won his lawsuit?

Obama would have to enforce a part of Obamacare more quickly.

Obamacare would be repealed entirely.

The employer mandate would be abolished.

The lawsuit would be dismissed.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What historical event does Boehner recall that influences his actions?

The Watergate scandal

The Gulf War

The Iran-Contra affair

The impeachment of Bill Clinton

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why might Boehner be pursuing this lawsuit according to the transcript?

To gain personal political power

To provide an outlet for Republican frustration

To support Obamacare

To directly impeach President Obama

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What is the nature of the process Boehner is initiating with the lawsuit?

A secretive court hearing

A quick legal decision

A public referendum

A long drawn-out process similar to impeachment

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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How does the lawsuit process differ from an impeachment process?

It is conducted in private.

It involves the Senate instead of the House.

It ends with a legal decision rather than impeachment.

It results in the President's removal from office.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What does Boehner hope to achieve by bringing the lawsuit to the House?

To avoid direct impeachment proceedings

To create a public spectacle

To expedite the legal process

To gain bipartisan support

9.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the likely outcome of the lawsuit according to the transcript?

A boost in Boehner's popularity

A significant legal victory for Republicans

A waste of time

A change in Obamacare