Bills and Laws

Who can veto (to refuse to allow) bills in the United States?

• The President

• The Vice President

• The Senate

• The House of Representatives

Who makes federal laws of the United States?

• Congress

• The states

• The President

• The Supreme Court

Who signs bills to become laws of the United States?

• The Chief Justice of the Supreme Court

• The Vice President

• The Secretary of State

• The President

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

• To propose a new law

• To amend the constitution

• To elect a new leader

• To dissolve the government

Which of the following is a synonym for 'veto'?

• Approve

• Reject

• Ignore

• Support

In the context of bills and laws, what does the term 'bicameral' refer to?

• A two-chamber legislative body

• A single-chamber legislative body

• A three-branch government

• A dual-executive system

Identify the correct sentence:

• The bill was passed by the Senate and the House.

• The bill were passed by the Senate and the House.

• The bill is pass by the Senate and the House.

• The bill are passed by the Senate and the House.

What is the role of a committee in the legislative process?

• To draft and review bills

• To enforce laws

• To veto bills

• To sign bills into law

Which of the following best describes a 'filibuster'?

• A prolonged speech to delay legislative action

• A formal vote to pass a bill

• A committee meeting to discuss a bill

• A presidential veto of a bill

What is the antonym of 'ratify'?

• Approve

• Confirm

• Reject

• Endorse