
Legislative Branch and the Process of Passing a Bill - Exam

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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Ethan is participating in a school debate about the different branches of government. What is the primary function of the legislative branch of government?
Back
To make laws
Answer explanation
The primary function of the legislative branch is to make laws. This branch is responsible for creating, amending, and repealing laws, distinguishing it from the executive branch, which enforces laws, and the judicial branch, which interprets them.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Charlotte and Avery are working on a school project about how a bill becomes a law. Identify the first step in the process.
Back
The bill is introduced in either the House of Representatives or the Senate.
Answer explanation
The first step in the process of how a bill becomes a law is that the bill is introduced in either the House of Representatives or the Senate. This initiates the legislative process.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What happens if the President vetoes a bill?
Back
The bill is sent back to Congress, where it can be overridden with a two-thirds majority vote in both chambers.
Answer explanation
If the President vetoes a bill, it is sent back to Congress. Congress can then attempt to override the veto with a two-thirds majority vote in both chambers, allowing the bill to become law despite the veto.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Which of the following is true about the role of the Speaker of the House in the legislative process? Options: The Speaker of the House can introduce bills in the Senate. The Speaker of the House decides which bills are brought to a vote. The Speaker of the House can veto bills. The Speaker of the House interprets laws.
Back
The Speaker of the House decides which bills are brought to a vote.
Answer explanation
The Speaker of the House plays a crucial role in the legislative process by deciding which bills are brought to a vote, influencing the legislative agenda. The other options are incorrect as they misrepresent the Speaker's powers.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Evaluate the importance of the committee stage in the legislative process.
Back
It allows for detailed examination and modification of a bill.
Answer explanation
The committee stage is crucial as it allows for detailed examination and modification of a bill, ensuring that it is thoroughly reviewed and improved before moving forward in the legislative process.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
After a bill is passed by both the House and the Senate, what is the next step before it becomes a law?
Back
It is sent to the President for approval or veto.
Answer explanation
After a bill is passed by both the House and the Senate, it is sent to the President for approval or veto. This step is crucial as the President can either sign the bill into law or reject it.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the role of the Senate Majority Leader in the legislative process?
Back
To schedule bills for debate and vote in the Senate
Answer explanation
The Senate Majority Leader plays a crucial role in the legislative process by scheduling bills for debate and vote in the Senate, ensuring that the legislative agenda is managed effectively.
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