AP Gov 2.2: Structures, Powers, Functions of Congress

AP Gov 2.2: Structures, Powers, Functions of Congress

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9th - 12th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which committee resolves differences between House and Senate versions of a bill? Options: Subcommittee, Standing committee, Select committee, Conference committee

Back

Conference committee

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which of the following procedures can be used to end a filibuster in the US Senate? Unanimous consent, Cloture, Discharge, Rule

Back

Cloture

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which of the following rules governs the debate and voting on bills in the US Senate? Unanimous consent, Cloture, Filibuster, Rule

Back

Unanimous consent

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Bill sponsorship refers to the act of a legislator introducing a bill to the legislative body. The sponsor is often the chief advocate for the bill and seeks support from other legislators. True or False?

Back

True

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

A bill of attainder is a law that declares a person or group of people guilty of a crime and punishes them by trial

Back

False

Answer explanation

No Trial

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

A closed rule is a procedural maneuver that prohibits any amendments to bills up for a vote on the House floor, unless they are recommended by the committee reporting the bill. True or False?

Back

True

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Does congressional oversight refer to the review, monitoring, and supervision of federal agencies, programs, activities, and policy implementation carried out by Congress?

Back

True

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