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What is a Christmas tree bill?
What is a Christmas tree bill?
How can Congress override a presidential veto?
How can Congress override a presidential veto?
Which kind of vote in Congress tells constituents how their lawmakers voted?
Which kind of vote in Congress tells constituents how their lawmakers voted?
Where do most members of Congress begin their political careers?
Where do most members of Congress begin their political careers?
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Which of these is the best definition of constituents?
Which of these is the best definition of constituents?
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Which of these events trigger's reapportionment of seats in the House of Representatives?
Which of these events trigger's reapportionment of seats in the House of Representatives?
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What determines the number of seats in the Senate?
What determines the number of seats in the Senate?
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Study Notes
Christmas Tree Bill
- A bill that is approved late in the legislative session
- A bill that raises the pay of lawmakers
- A bill that is passed as a favor to the president
- A bill with many unrelated riders
Congressional Veto Override
- Congress must approve the bill again by a two-thirds vote in both chambers
- Congress must approve the bill again by a two-thirds vote in both legislative chambers
Constituent Voting
- Voice vote
- Roll-call vote
- Standing vote
- Up-or-down vote
Congressional Career Start
- Most members of Congress start their political careers in local politics
- Lobbying
- Military
- Staff assistant
Constituents Definition
- Constituents are the residents of an electoral district represented by an elected official
- Voters in an elected official's home state who belong to the same party
Reapportionment Triggers
- A census conducted every 10 years
- Decision of the House to authorize redistricting
Senate Seat Determination
- The number of seats in the Senate depends on the number of states
- The Constitution specifies the exact number of seats.
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Test your knowledge on key concepts of the US legislative process. This quiz covers topics such as Christmas tree bills, veto overrides, and constituent voting. Perfect for understanding how Congress operates and the rules governing legislative procedures.
