All of the following are true about the Legislative Branch's role in the system of checks and balances EXCEPT
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
10 sec • 1 pt
Congress can override a presidential veto with a 2/3 vote of both houses.
The Senate must approve presidential appointments to positions such as federal judges, ambassadors, and some cabinet positions.
Congress can impeach and remove a federal judge.
Congress must okay the president's choice for vice president.
Congress approves the budget proposed by the President.
Answer explanation
Congress does not approve the president's choice for vice president; this position is filled by the president's selection and confirmed by the Senate only in the case of a vacancy, making this statement false.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
10 sec • 1 pt
The intentional use of redistricting to benefit a specific interest or group of voters.
logrolling
filibuster
gerrymandering
apportionment
Answer explanation
The intentional use of redistricting to benefit a specific interest or group of voters is known as gerrymandering. This practice manipulates district boundaries to favor one party or group over others.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
10 sec • 1 pt
Condition in which interest conflict and so no policy gets done
gridlock
logrolling
polarization
patronage
Answer explanation
Gridlock occurs when conflicting interests prevent any policy from being enacted, leading to legislative stagnation. This term accurately describes the situation where no progress is made due to disagreements.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
10 sec • 1 pt
How many total senators are their in the United States?
2
435
9
100
Answer explanation
The United States has a total of 100 senators, with each state represented by 2 senators. This structure ensures equal representation for all states in the Senate.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
10 sec • 1 pt
If a bill passes the House and then a different version passes the Senate, where does it go?
Rules Committee
Conference Committee
Judiciary Committee
Select Committee
Answer explanation
When a bill passes the House and a different version passes the Senate, it goes to a Conference Committee. This committee reconciles the differences between the two versions before sending a unified bill back to both chambers.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
10 sec • 1 pt
Who is the leader of the House of Representatives?
The Majority Leader
The Vice President
The President Pro Tempore
The Speaker
Answer explanation
The Speaker of the House is the leader of the House of Representatives, responsible for presiding over sessions and guiding legislation. The other options, like the Majority Leader and Vice President, have different roles.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
10 sec • 1 pt
What is the present membership of the US House of Representatives?
50
100
435
535
Answer explanation
The US House of Representatives has a total of 435 members, which is established by law. This number has remained constant since 1911, making 435 the correct answer.
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