Legislative Branch

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Who typically elects the Speaker of the House?

Back

House members from the majority party

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What is the role of the President Pro Tempore?

Back

Presides in the Vice President’s absence

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What is the main responsibility of the Majority Leader in the Senate?

Back

Controls the legislative agenda

Front

Who casts the deciding vote in the Senate when there is a tie?

Back

The Vice President

Front

Which of the following is a responsibility of the Party Whips? Presides over Senate sessions, Ensures party discipline and manages vote counts, Organizes opposition strategies, Assists the Speaker

Back

Ensures party discipline and manages vote counts

Front

What is the primary role of congressional committees?

Back

To handle detailed review and modification of proposed legislation

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What is the purpose of a Conference Committee?

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To resolve differences in House and Senate versions of a bill

Front

What type of vote involves members calling out 'yea' or 'nay'?

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Voice Vote

Front

What happens when the President signs a bill?

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It becomes law.

Front

What is required for Congress to override a presidential veto?

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A two-thirds majority in both chambers.