How a Bill Becomes Law

What is the primary role of citizens in a democratic government?

• To serve in the government

• To oversee the judiciary

• To directly make laws

• To elect representatives

How many branches does the federal government have?

• Five

• Four

• Three

• Two

Who can introduce a bill in Congress?

• Supreme Court Justices

• Any citizen

• Only the President

• A Senator or Representative

How many members are in the Senate?

• 200

• 50

• 435

• 100

What does HR stand for in the context of introducing a bill?

• House Resolution

• Honorary Recognition

• House Representatives

• High Regulation

What is the first step in the legislative process for a bill?

• Markup in committee

• Review by the President

• Debate in the full chamber

• Introduction in Congress

What is the purpose of the markup process in committee?

• To make changes to the bill

• To debate the bill's title

• To elect committee leaders

• To vote the bill into law

What is the main function of standing committees?

• To oversee the military

• To manage the budget

• To research and amend bills

• To elect party leaders

How many standing committees are there in both the House and the Senate?

• 100

• 10

• 20

• 50

What unique role does the House Rules Committee play?

• It elects the House Speaker

• It introduces new bills

• It sets the terms for debate on a bill

• It decides the President's agenda