Question 1

Explain why the Founders spent considerable time and debate on the formation of Congress before establishing the other branches of government.

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The Founders spent considerable time and...

Question 2

What was the main function of the Senate as it was initially established?

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A)   to be a more direct representation of the will of the people
B)   to help the House of Representatives select the president every four years
C)   to guide the lawmaking process so laws could be passed more quickly
D)   to guard against the quick changes in the wants and opinions of the people

Question 3

Trisha has always been politically involved in her community, from helping at the precincts on election day to volunteering for candidates in her political party, and has decided to take the step and get into politics herself at the federal level. She just turned 28 and was born, raised, and continues to live in her hometown. What can Trisha run for?

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A)   the Senate
B)   president
C)   the House of Representatives
D)   Chief Justice

Question 4

Which was the first attempt to unite the colonies and organize them under a congress?

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A)   the Albany Congress
B)   the First Continental Congress
C)   the Second Continental Congress
D)   the Constitutional Convention

Question 5

If Congress decides to delegate its authority, it will keep tabs on the agency it has delegated its authority to so as to make sure the agency is acting appropriately. This monitoring is also known as ______.

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A)   encroachment of authority
B)   passing the buck
C)   delegation
D)   congressional oversight

Question 6

Suppose Congress is confident that they have the necessary information and public support to impeach the president and remove him from office. Explain how Congress goes through this impeachment and removal process.

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Question 7

Of the various congressional committees, which is the last to touch a piece of legislation before it is sent to the president to be signed or vetoed?

Accepted Answer

A)   select committee
B)   conference committee
C)   joint committee
D)   standing committee

Question 8

Article I, Section I grants Congress which authority?

Accepted Answer

A)   the ability to make laws
B)   the authority to tax citizens
C)   the ability to declare war
D)   the authority to impeach the president

Question 9

One aspect of congressional oversight is the process of confirming presidential appointments to the cabinet, other executive agencies, federal judges, and foreign ambassadors.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

When Congress lacks expertise on an issue or area of policy, what does it do?

Accepted Answer

A)   It does not take any further action on the policy or issue.
B)   It delegates its lawmaking authority to a bureaucracy with expertise.
C)   It puts the issue up to a vote to see how the people want it handled.
D)   It proceeds with enacting a policy that can be altered later on.

Question 11

Why is it important for the president to take action on a bill, even if he does not agree with it?

Accepted Answer

A)   Ignoring the bill at a certain time can allow it to automatically become law.
B)   Inaction by the president is perceived as irresponsible and hurts his public approval.
C)   The president is obligated by the Constitution to always take action on a bill.
D)   All bills constitutionally require some type of action by the president.

Question 12

Explain the difference between a standing committee and a select committee in Congress.

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Question 13

After the 2018 midterm election, the Republican Party maintained a slight majority in the Senate, but lost their majority in the House of Representatives to the Democrats. This means that ______.

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A)   the Republicans have a minority caucus in the Senate
B)   the Democrats lost the election, overall
C)   more independent candidates were voted into Congress
D)   the Democrats have a majority caucus in the House

Question 14

What happens if the House and Senate versions of a bill are not too different from one another?

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A)   The bill must be presented to a conference committee for resolution.
B)   House and Senate leaders and committee chairs strike a deal through informal discussions.
C)   The president is presented with both bills and will sign the one he or she likes best.
D)   The bills are sent back to the House and Senate floors for further refining.

Question 15

Permanent committees that focus on a substantive policy issue are considered which type of committee?

Accepted Answer

A)   select committee
B)   standing committee
C)   joint committee
D)   conference committee

Question 16

What is the significance of the Constitutional Convention, the Albany Congress, and the First and Second Continental Congresses?

Accepted Answer

A)   They established the United States as a dominant military power.
B)   They provided the inspiration for the creation of a Congress under the Constitution.
C)   They allowed the Founders to draft a new part of the Constitution.
D)   They allowed the Founders to discuss possible ways to reconcile with Britain.

Question 17

How are members of Congress selected?

Accepted Answer

A)   by the president
B)   by free and open elections
C)   by the Supreme Court
D)   by the Electoral College

Question 18

Providing resources to voters, attending ceremonies in the community, and talking with local clubs are all forms of ______.

Accepted Answer

A)   casework
B)   congressional obligations
C)   oversight
D)   canvassing

Question 19

In 2013, Kentucky Senator Rand Paul spoke for nearly 13 hours to stall the debate on the nomination of John Brennan to run the CIA. Which tactic did Rand Paul use to stall this discussion?

Accepted Answer

A)   cloture
B)   open rule
C)   filibuster
D)   closed rule

Question 20

What is the primary function of a select committee?

Accepted Answer

A)   to examine and deal with a serious problem and recommend a course of action
B)   to report legislation that will solve an urgent national problem
C)   to conduct oversight of the House Ways and Means Committee
D)   to suggest legislation that pertains to a broad policy area

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If Congress decides to delegate its authority, it will keep tabs on the agency it has delegated its authority to so as to make sure the agency is acting appropriately. This monitoring is also known as ______.

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Article I, Section I grants Congress which authority?

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One aspect of congressional oversight is the process of confirming presidential appointments to the cabinet, other executive agencies, federal judges, and foreign ambassadors.

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Permanent committees that focus on a substantive policy issue are considered which type of committee?

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In 2013, Kentucky Senator Rand Paul spoke for nearly 13 hours to stall the debate on the nomination of John Brennan to run the CIA. Which tactic did Rand Paul use to stall this discussion?

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Why is it important for the president to take action on a bill, even if he does not agree with it?

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