Legislative Branch Flashcard

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What is the main function of the legislative branch?

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to make laws

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Which statement describes implied powers of the Federal Government? Options: They are the consequences of a federal form of government., They are specific and explicitly given to Congress in the U.S. Constitution., They are sensible assumptions based on the expressed powers., They are part of the amendments added since 1789.

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They are sensible assumptions based on the expressed powers.

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What is the rule for limiting debate on a bill in the Senate?

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cloture

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Which governmental body may engage in a filibuster to block a vote on a bill?

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Senate

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What has happened when a bill becomes engrossed? Options: It was put to a vote., It was sent to the President., Reviewed by the Supreme Court.

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Signed by the Speaker of the House

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Which person would favor a powerful government with implied powers? Options: trustee, politico, strict constructionist, liberal constructionist

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liberal constructionist

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Which two governmental bodies make up Congress?

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House of Representatives and Senate

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Which part of government is described by the following roles: approving appointments, treaties, and acting in impeachment trials?

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Senate

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What is the practice of gerrymandering intended to do?

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strengthen a political party’s power

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What is the presiding officer of the House and next in line after the Vice President?

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Speaker of the House