L2 MAKING LAWS

What is one reason legislative districts may vary in size?

• They are assigned randomly by the government.
• They are influenced by the political party in power.
• They are determined by the number of voters in each district.
• They are based on the geographical area of the state.

How many representatives does your state have in the House of Representatives?

• It is the same for every state.
• It varies based on the state's population.
• Each state has one representative.
• It is determined by the state governor.

What is the primary purpose of a committee in the legislative process?

• To draft the final version of a law.
• To review and make recommendations on proposed legislation.
• To represent the public in Congress.
• To oversee the President's actions.

What is a rough draft of a law commonly referred to as?

• An amendment.
• A resolution.
• A bill.
• A proposal.

After a committee reviews a proposed law, what is the next step in the legislative process?

• It is discarded and not considered further.
• It is sent back to the committee for further review.
• It is immediately passed into law.
• It goes to the floor for debate and voting.

What is a common reason for a bill to be rejected in committee?

• It lacks sufficient funding.
• It is deemed unnecessary or redundant.
• It has too many supporters.
• It is too popular among the public.

Why might a government shutdown occur?

• If the Supreme Court rules against a law.
• Due to a lack of public interest in government activities.
• Because Congress cannot agree on a budget or funding.
• When the President decides to take a vacation.

Which of the following was a consequence of lawmakers' failure to compromise during a government shutdown?

• A rise in public approval ratings for Congress.
• Increased funding for social programs.
• A significant cost to the American economy.
• Immediate passage of all pending legislation.

What happens to a bill after it is passed by both houses of Congress?

• It is sent to the President for approval.
• It is sent directly to the Supreme Court.
• It is published in the Congressional Record.
• It is archived and never reviewed again.

What is the President's role in the law-making process?

• To oversee the Senate's voting procedures.
• To serve as the Speaker of the House.
• To draft all proposed legislation.
• To veto or sign bills into law.