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The last step when creating a law is |
The bill goes to the Senate for action. |
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If something happens to the president and vice-president, who is next in line? |
The Speaker of the House |
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If you are twenty nine years old, you could be elected for what office? |
Only the House of Representatives |
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A permanent type of congressional committee is ___________ |
A Standing Committee |
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What clause allows Congress to make laws to reflect changing conditions? |
the elastic clause |
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What can happen if a president acts in a manner contrary to his trust as President or demonstrates great prejudice of law? |
The president can be impeached. |
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Why is Congress considered a bicameral body |
it has two parts |
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How often are senators up for reelection? |
every six years |
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What kind of power is proposing amendments to the Constitution |
Nonlegislative |
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One Enumerated power of congress state in the constitution is the power to _____________ |
coin money |
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Describe how a seniority system is used |
It is used by the party leaders to make committee assignments |
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What qualification do both houses of Congress have in common? |
Members must live in the state they represent. |
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Lobbyist represent ______________ in an attempt to influence government |
interest groups |
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Define Gerrymander |
An oddly shaped district designed to increase the voting strength of a particular group |
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Representation in the house is based on... |
Population |
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Who is the leader of the House of Representatives? |
Speaker |
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The bill becomes a law if.... |
the president takes no action after ten days while Congress is in session. |
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Describe Lobbyist |
A group of people who represent groups and contact lawmakers hoping to influence their policy making. |
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How can a filibuster come to an end? |
three-fifths of the senators voting for closure |
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Once a bill is introduced on the floor, where does it go next |
to the appropriate standing committee |
