Understanding the Legislative Process in the U.S.

Understanding the Legislative Process in the U.S.

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Nancy Jackson

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main topic discussed in the video introduction?

The history of the U.S. Senate

The process of repealing and replacing Obamacare

The role of the Supreme Court

The impact of social media on politics

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is passing legislation in the U.S. government described as difficult?

Because the President has absolute power

Due to the need for compromise and multiple approvals

Because of the lack of political parties

Due to the simplicity of the legislative process

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Nancy Pelosi succeed in passing legislation according to the video?

By ignoring opposition

Through coalition-building and compromise

By using executive orders

Through public referendums

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the Tuesday Group within the Republican Party?

A group of ultra-conservative ideologues

A coalition of moderate Republicans from blue states

A committee focused on foreign policy

A faction of libertarian Republicans

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What challenge did President Trump face in political negotiation?

Over-reliance on international allies

Too much support from the media

Lack of support from the Democratic Party

Overestimating the ease of political deals