Exploring the Unique Amenities of the Capitol
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What is the role of senators in shaping everyday life?

  • Senators regulate businesses and protect the environment (correct)
  • Senators are not mentioned in the text
  • Senators have no impact on everyday life
  • Senators focus on foreign policy and defense

What is the genre of the text?

  • Biography
  • Science Fiction
  • Fiction
  • Narrative Nonfiction (correct)

What is the purpose of the book 'A Day in the Senate' according to the table of contents?

  • To introduce a new president
  • To explain the role of senators (correct)
  • To discuss the importance of government
  • To provide a glossary of terms

Which branch of government does the Senate belong to?

<p>Legislative branch (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of town hall meetings for senators?

<p>To listen to constituents' concerns (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When does the presidential inauguration usually take place?

<p>January 20 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main event of the presidential inauguration?

<p>The oath of office (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which two amenities are NOT available within the Capitol complex?

<p>Cafeterias and gym (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who designed the Capitol building?

<p>William Thornton (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the privilege of speech and debate in the Senate?

<p>The ability to speak freely in the chamber (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens if the president vetoes a bill?

<p>The bill is returned to Congress (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who are the two houses of Congress?

<p>The Senate and the House of Representatives (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the word 'constituents' mean?

<p>People who live in an elected official's home state or Congressional district (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of an inauguration?

<p>A ceremonial induction to the office of president (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean to veto a law?

<p>To refuse to approve a law (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who makes up Congress?

<p>Senators and the House of Representatives (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the qualifications to become a senator?

<p>At least 30 years old and live in the state represented (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do staffers do for senators?

<p>Run the senators' offices and assist with their daily tasks (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a bill?

<p>A proposed law that has not been passed by Congress yet (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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