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Which of these is considered a power of governance? (Select all that apply)
Which of these is considered a power of governance? (Select all that apply)
- Declaring war
- Maintaining armed forces
- Admitting new states (correct)
- Regulating trade between states
What can happen if the president chooses to veto a law that has been approved?
What can happen if the president chooses to veto a law that has been approved?
- The president's decision is scheduled for review within a year.
- The law returns to being introduced in one of the houses.
- The president's decision can be overridden by a majority of Congress. (correct)
- The law is rejected and cannot be reconsidered.
Why has the House of Representatives grown so much faster than the Senate?
Why has the House of Representatives grown so much faster than the Senate?
- The number of senators allowed per state has been routinely reduced.
- Representation is based on population, and the US has grown steadily. (correct)
- The Constitution requires the number of representatives to increase each decade.
- Fewer and fewer representatives have been re-elected to additional terms.
Which statement about the lawmaking process is accurate?
Which statement about the lawmaking process is accurate?
Which of these steps in the lawmaking process might happen after a bill is sent to the president?
Which of these steps in the lawmaking process might happen after a bill is sent to the president?
What does Article 1, Section 7 of the Constitution explain?
What does Article 1, Section 7 of the Constitution explain?
Which statement applies to both senators and representatives?
Which statement applies to both senators and representatives?
The Necessary and Proper Clause in Article 1, Section 8 of the Constitution gives Congress ________ powers.
The Necessary and Proper Clause in Article 1, Section 8 of the Constitution gives Congress ________ powers.
According to the Constitution, how long is a senator's term?
According to the Constitution, how long is a senator's term?
Which of these actions is forbidden by the Constitution?
Which of these actions is forbidden by the Constitution?
Based on its role as outlined in the US Constitution, which function is most commonly carried out by the House of Representatives?
Based on its role as outlined in the US Constitution, which function is most commonly carried out by the House of Representatives?
How long is a representative's term of office?
How long is a representative's term of office?
Revenue bills can be proposed only by?
Revenue bills can be proposed only by?
The Electoral Vote is tied between two presidential candidates. What happens next?
The Electoral Vote is tied between two presidential candidates. What happens next?
What is the last step in the lawmaking process?
What is the last step in the lawmaking process?
For a piece of legislation to proceed to the Senate, it needs a certain number of votes. Whose job is it to organize votes by members within each party?
For a piece of legislation to proceed to the Senate, it needs a certain number of votes. Whose job is it to organize votes by members within each party?
What happens first when a bill is introduced in the House?
What happens first when a bill is introduced in the House?
Study Notes
Powers of Governance
- Admitting new states is a recognized power within governance.
Presidential Veto
- A president's veto can be overridden by a majority vote of Congress.
Growth of the House of Representatives
- The House of Representatives has expanded rapidly because its representation is based on population growth in the U.S.
Lawmaking Process
- Bills receive a second chance even after being vetoed by the president.
Steps Post-Bill Submission
- After a bill is sent to the president, one possible action is for the president to veto it.
Constitutional Article on Lawmaking
- Article 1, Section 7 of the Constitution outlines the process for creating legislation.
Senators and Representatives
- Both senators and representatives can be expelled for violating rules.
Necessary and Proper Clause
- The Necessary and Proper Clause grants Congress implied powers.
Senatorial Term Duration
- Senators serve a term of six years.
Constitutional Prohibitions
- Creating laws ex post facto is explicitly forbidden by the Constitution.
House of Representatives Function
- A primary role of the House of Representatives is to create laws.
Representative's Term Duration
- Representatives serve a term of two years.
Revenue Bills
- Only the House of Representatives can propose revenue bills.
Electoral Vote Tie
- If the Electoral Vote ties, the House of Representatives votes to determine the president.
Final Step in Lawmaking
- The last step of the lawmaking process is the president signing the bill into law.
Organization of Votes
- The whip is responsible for organizing votes among party members in Congress.
Initial Steps for a Bill in the House
- Upon introduction, a bill is first assigned to a committee for evaluation and recommendations.
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Description
This quiz covers various aspects of U.S. governance, including the powers of Congress and the President, the lawmaking process, and details on the structure of the House of Representatives and Senate. Test your knowledge on the constitutional provisions and key mechanisms that shape American legislative practices.
