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Which department is responsible for protecting public health and providing health insurance?
Which department is responsible for protecting public health and providing health insurance?
Which department focuses on job training and employment discrimination?
Which department focuses on job training and employment discrimination?
Which department is responsible for overseeing the nation’s railroads and improving pedestrian safety?
Which department is responsible for overseeing the nation’s railroads and improving pedestrian safety?
Which department administers laws related to scientific and technical standards?
Which department administers laws related to scientific and technical standards?
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Who is responsible for ensuring the security of the U.S. through armed forces?
Who is responsible for ensuring the security of the U.S. through armed forces?
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What limits a president’s term?
What limits a president’s term?
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What age group is now eligible to vote as a result of amendments?
What age group is now eligible to vote as a result of amendments?
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What amendment changed the provision of voting for those who couldn't pay the poll tax?
What amendment changed the provision of voting for those who couldn't pay the poll tax?
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Which article describes the Legislative branch and its purpose?
Which article describes the Legislative branch and its purpose?
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What does the Preamble of the Constitution state?
What does the Preamble of the Constitution state?
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Which state was the first to enter the Union?
Which state was the first to enter the Union?
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Who is the current Governor of Arizona as of 2024?
Who is the current Governor of Arizona as of 2024?
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Which of the following individuals serves as Chief Information Security Officer in a local capacity?
Which of the following individuals serves as Chief Information Security Officer in a local capacity?
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Who are the local representatives listed for Arizona?
Who are the local representatives listed for Arizona?
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What is the role of the president as Chief Diplomat?
What is the role of the president as Chief Diplomat?
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Which statement about the Electoral College is correct?
Which statement about the Electoral College is correct?
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What function does the president perform as the Economic Planner?
What function does the president perform as the Economic Planner?
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When does Congress open the official ballots from the Electoral College?
When does Congress open the official ballots from the Electoral College?
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Which of these is NOT a role of the president?
Which of these is NOT a role of the president?
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What is the minimum number of electoral votes required for a presidential candidate to win?
What is the minimum number of electoral votes required for a presidential candidate to win?
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What does the president do as Legislative Leader?
What does the president do as Legislative Leader?
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Which role requires the president to lead and support their political party?
Which role requires the president to lead and support their political party?
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What does the term 'winner-take-all' refer to in the context of elections?
What does the term 'winner-take-all' refer to in the context of elections?
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Which reform option involves voting directly for the president without the electoral college?
Which reform option involves voting directly for the president without the electoral college?
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What is one of the primary responsibilities of the Secretary of the Interior?
What is one of the primary responsibilities of the Secretary of the Interior?
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Which role is responsible for the enforcement of laws designed to protect public safety?
Which role is responsible for the enforcement of laws designed to protect public safety?
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What is a potential issue related to 3rd party involvement in elections?
What is a potential issue related to 3rd party involvement in elections?
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What is a function of the Secretary of the Treasury?
What is a function of the Secretary of the Treasury?
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What does it mean if electors can change their 'committed' vote?
What does it mean if electors can change their 'committed' vote?
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Which individual oversees the Cabinet position responsible for agricultural policies?
Which individual oversees the Cabinet position responsible for agricultural policies?
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Who serves as the President Pro-Tempore in the Senate?
Who serves as the President Pro-Tempore in the Senate?
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Which of the following is NOT a requirement to serve in the Senate?
Which of the following is NOT a requirement to serve in the Senate?
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Which legislative leader is responsible for guiding bills through the House?
Which legislative leader is responsible for guiding bills through the House?
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What power does Congress NOT have according to the constitutional rules for the Legislative Branch?
What power does Congress NOT have according to the constitutional rules for the Legislative Branch?
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Which of the following does the Speaker of the House NOT do?
Which of the following does the Speaker of the House NOT do?
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How many members serve in the House of Representatives?
How many members serve in the House of Representatives?
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Which term describes the practice of drawing district boundaries to favor one party over another?
Which term describes the practice of drawing district boundaries to favor one party over another?
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What is the primary role of the Majority Whip in Congress?
What is the primary role of the Majority Whip in Congress?
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What must occur for congressional districts to be updated?
What must occur for congressional districts to be updated?
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Which of the following leaders is currently the Senate Majority Leader?
Which of the following leaders is currently the Senate Majority Leader?
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What happens if the House of Representatives accuses a president?
What happens if the House of Representatives accuses a president?
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What is the minimum age requirement to serve in the House of Representatives?
What is the minimum age requirement to serve in the House of Representatives?
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What official does the Senate require to approve treaties?
What official does the Senate require to approve treaties?
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Which of the following is a non-legislative power of Congress?
Which of the following is a non-legislative power of Congress?
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Study Notes
Legislative Branch
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Terms of Office:
- Speaker of the House (Mike Johnson) is chosen in caucus. The Speaker presides, recognizes members, and appoints, schedules, committee assignments. They also try to persuade their party. The Speaker is 3rd in line for presidency
- The President of the Senate (Kamala Harris) is the Vice President of the U.S.. They serve as president, recognize members, and call votes. However, they can't debate and only vote in case of a tie. Often they don't preside as president.
- The President Pro-Tempore serves as president when the Vice President is not present. They are typically the most senior member of the majority party.
- House/Senate Majority Leaders steer bills, guide committee chairmen, and persuade members to change their votes.
- House/Senate Majority Whips are a more powerful position in the Senate, watching for members' attendance. They're also responsible for persuading their members to support legislation.
- House/Senate Minority Leaders work for the minority party, as outlined for their majority counterparts.
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Senate Requirements:
- Senators must serve the entire state
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House Requirements:
- 6-year terms (100 total members) for Senators
- A U.S. Citizen of 9 years and over 30 years old
- 2-year terms (435 members) for House Representatives
- Must live in the district that they are representing
- A U.S. Citizen of 7 years and over 25 years old
- Legal resident of that state
- No term limits
Executive Branch
- Roles include:
- Head of State: Representing the nation.
- Chief Executive: Enforcing laws, appointing judges and heads of government agencies, and granting pardons
- Commander in Chief: Responsible for national security and the military
- Chief Diplomat: Can recognize foreign governments, create treaties, and appoint ambassadors
- Legislative Leader: Proposes legislation, signs or vetoes laws and calls Congress into special session.
- Economic Planner: Appoints economic advisors
- Party Leader: Leading political party, raising money
- Electoral College: State electors to vote for the president.
Judicial Branch
- Current Supreme Court Justices include Chief Justice John Roberts and others
- Different types of opinions: Majority opinion, concurring opinion, and dissenting or minority opinion
- Jurisdiction: Original jurisdiction is the first time a case is heard while appellate jurisdiction is when that case is reviewed in another court
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This quiz covers the key roles and responsibilities within the Legislative Branch of the U.S. government. Learn about the positions held by the Speaker of the House, the President of the Senate, and other crucial leaders. Test your understanding of their functions and how they influence legislation.
