U.S. Government: Congress Practices and Procedures
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What is meant by logrolling?

  • meeting with lobbyists
  • delaying legislation
  • doing favors for constituents
  • trading votes (correct)
  • A high school junior who works as a messenger in the House or Senate is called a _____?

  • cadet
  • plebe
  • page (correct)
  • intern
  • What is the process used in the Senate to end a filibuster called?

  • prior restraint
  • vote of no confidence
  • cloture (correct)
  • devolution
  • Before a bill can be sent to the president, both chambers of Congress must vote to ______?

    <p>approve the same version</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In their oath of office, lawmakers swear to support and defend ______?

    <p>the Constitution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these is a key factor in choosing committee chairs?

    <p>seniority</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Logrolling

    • Logrolling is the practice of trading votes
    • It involves individuals exchanging favors for mutual benefit

    Congressional Messenger

    • A high school junior who works as a messenger in the House or Senate is called a page

    Ending a Filibuster

    • The process used in the Senate to end a filibuster is called cloture

    Congressional Bill Approval

    • Before a bill can be sent to the president, both chambers of Congress must vote to approve the same version

    Lawmaker Oath

    • In their oath of office, lawmakers swear to support and defend the Constitution

    Committee Chair Selection

    • Seniority is a key factor in choosing committee chairs

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    This quiz covers key practices and procedures within the U.S. Congress, including logrolling, committee chair selection, and ending a filibuster. It also addresses the responsibilities of lawmakers and the approval process for congressional bills. Test your knowledge on the inner workings of Congress!

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