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Unit 3 Review Questions

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property

A. The things that someone owns, such as land or buildings

B. Close to home, nearby, related to a cityC. Small group of people elected to make laws for and run

the government of the countyD. To take legal action against someone in courtE. Small group of people elected to make laws and run a

city’s governmentF. A part of a state that elects on state representative or

state senator

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property

A. The things that someone owns, such as land or buildings

B. Close to home, nearby, related to a cityC. Small group of people elected to make laws for and run

the government of the countyD. To take legal action against someone in courtE. Small group of people elected to make laws and run a

city’s governmentF. A part of a state that elects on state representative or

state senator

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•The Maryland legislature is called:

A.The General Assembly B.CongressC.The LegislatureD.All of the above

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•The Maryland legislature is called:

A.The General Assembly B.CongressC.The LegislatureD.All of the above

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What happens if a state passes a law that does not fit the Constitution?

A.Nothing happens; the state can keep the lawB.The law is declared unconstitutionalC.The President vetoes the lawD.All of the above

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What happens if a state passes a law that does not fit the Constitution?

A.Nothing happens; the state can keep the lawB.The law is declared unconstitutionalC.The President vetoes the lawD.All of the above

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•In what ways does a state protect its people?

A.HealthB.SafetyC.Well-beingD.All of the above

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•In what ways does a state protect its people?

A.HealthB.SafetyC.Well-beingD.All of the above

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prosecute

A. The things that someone owns, such as land or buildings

B. Close to home, nearby, related to a cityC. Small group of people elected to make laws for and run

the government of the countyD. To take legal action against someone in courtE. Small group of people elected to make laws and run a

city’s governmentF. A part of a state that elects on state representative or

state senator

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prosecute

A. The things that someone owns, such as land or buildings

B. Close to home, nearby, related to a cityC. Small group of people elected to make laws for and run

the government of the countyD. To take legal action against someone in courtE. Small group of people elected to make laws and run a

city’s governmentF. A part of a state that elects on state representative or

state senator

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•Maryland decides no one can drive faster than 55 mph on the highway. Can Maryland make this law?

A.YesB.NoC.Maybe

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•Maryland decides no one can drive faster than 55 mph on the highway. Can Maryland make this law?

A.YesB.NoC.Maybe

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•Suppose many people/constituents thing that a state senator is doing a bad job and want to take him out of office early (fire him). They can do this through a:

A.initiativeB. referendumC. recallD.All of the above

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•Suppose many people/constituents thing that a state senator is doing a bad job and want to take him out of office early (fire him). They can do this through a:

A.initiativeB. referendumC. recallD.All of the above

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city council

A. The things that someone owns, such as land or buildings

B. Close to home, nearby, related to a cityC. Small group of people elected to make laws for and run

the government of the countyD. To take legal action against someone in courtE. Small group of people elected to make laws and run a

city’s governmentF. A part of a state that elects on state representative or

state senator

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city council

A. The things that someone owns, such as land or buildings

B. Close to home, nearby, related to a cityC. Small group of people elected to make laws for and run

the government of the countyD. To take legal action against someone in courtE. Small group of people elected to make laws and run a

city’s governmentF. A part of a state that elects on state representative or

state senator

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•When someone does something bad, they are arrested by the police. Who takes that person to court for trial?

A.AssessorB. District attorneyC. MayorD.City managerE. All of the above

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•When someone does something bad, they are arrested by the police. Who takes that person to court for trial?

A.AssessorB. District attorneyC. MayorD.City managerE. All of the above

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district

A. The things that someone owns, such as land or buildings

B. Close to home, nearby, related to a cityC. Small group of people elected to make laws for and run

the government of the countyD. To take legal action against someone in courtE. Small group of people elected to make laws and run a

city’s governmentF. A part of a state that elects on state representative or

state senator

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district

A. The things that someone owns, such as land or buildings

B. Close to home, nearby, related to a cityC. Small group of people elected to make laws for and run

the government of the countyD. To take legal action against someone in courtE. Small group of people elected to make laws and run a

city’s governmentF. A part of a state that elects on state representative or

state senator

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•In order to find out how much tax I must pay on my house, an _______________ comes out and assesses the property to find out how much it is worth.

A.AssessorB. District attorneyC. MayorD.City managerE. All of the above

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•In order to find out how much tax I must pay on my house, an _______________ comes out and assesses the property to find out how much it is worth.

A.AssessorB. District attorneyC. MayorD.City managerE. All of the above

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•The person elected by the people to run a city:

A.AssessorB.District attorneyC.MayorD.City managerE.All of the above

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•The person elected by the people to run a city:

A.AssessorB.District attorneyC.MayorD.City managerE.All of the above

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•Suppose people in a state want a new law about drunk drivers. They write a proposal (write the idea down) and get other constituents/people to sign the paper. This is called an:

A.initiativeB. referendumC. recallD.All of the above

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Suppose people in a state want a new law about drunk drivers. They write a proposal (write the idea down) and get other constituents/people to sign the paper. This is called an:

A.initiativeB. referendumC. recallD.All of the above

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•Maryland decides to put a picture of a crab on all $20 bills. Can Maryland do this?

A.YesB.NoC.Maybe

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Maryland decides to put a picture of a crab on all $20 bills. Can Maryland do this?

A.YesB.NoC.Maybe

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bill

A. The meetings of Congress B. More than halfC. An idea for new laws that is written down and

voted onD. A group that studies the same problems every yearE. The people who elect a person to work in the

governmentF. A group that meets to study problems and find

ways to solve the problems

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bill

A. The meetings of Congress B. More than halfC. An idea for new laws that is written down and

voted onD. A group that studies the same problems every yearE. The people who elect a person to work in the

governmentF. A group that meets to study problems and find

ways to solve the problems

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local

A. The things that someone owns, such as land or buildings

B. Close to home, nearby, related to a cityC. Small group of people elected to make laws for and run

the government of the countyD. To take legal action against someone in courtE. Small group of people elected to make laws and run a

city’s governmentF. A part of a state that elects on state representative or

state senator

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local

A. The things that someone owns, such as land or buildings

B. Close to home, nearby, related to a cityC. Small group of people elected to make laws for and run

the government of the countyD. To take legal action against someone in courtE. Small group of people elected to make laws and run a

city’s governmentF. A part of a state that elects on state representative or

state senator

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How many members does The Senate have?

a.6b.50c.100d.435e.All of the above

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How many members does The Senate have?

a.6b.50c.100d.435e.All of the above

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•The person hired by a city council/board to run a city:

A.AssessorB.District attorneyC.MayorD.City managerE.All of the above

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•The person hired by a city council/board to run a city:

A.AssessorB.District attorneyC.MayorD.City managerE.All of the above

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•What is the major difference between a city council and a city commission?

A.They are the same except commissioners usually also head a city department

B.There is no differenceC.One has more power than the otherD.All of the above

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•What is the major difference between a city council and a city commission?

A.They are the same except commissioners usually also head a city department

B.There is no differenceC.One has more power than the otherD.All of the above

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majority

A. The meetings of Congress B. More than halfC. An idea for new laws that is written down and

voted onD. A group that studies the same problems every yearE. The people who elect a person to work in the

governmentF. A group that meets to study problems and find

ways to solve the problems

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majority

A. The meetings of Congress B. More than halfC. An idea for new laws that is written down and

voted onD. A group that studies the same problems every yearE. The people who elect a person to work in the

governmentF. A group that meets to study problems and find

ways to solve the problems

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•Playing really loud music and bothering your neighbors is an example of:

A.disturbing the peaceB.trespassingC.vandalismD.All of the above

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•Playing really loud music and bothering your neighbors is an example of:

A.disturbing the peaceB.trespassingC.vandalismD.All of the above

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session

A. The meetings of Congress B. More than halfC. An idea for new laws that is written down and

voted onD. A group that studies the same problems every yearE. The people who elect a person to work in the

governmentF. A group that meets to study problems and find

ways to solve the problems

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session

A. The meetings of Congress B. More than halfC. An idea for new laws that is written down and

voted onD. A group that studies the same problems every yearE. The people who elect a person to work in the

governmentF. A group that meets to study problems and find

ways to solve the problems

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•Local laws protect:

A.PeopleB.PropertyC.All of the above

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•Local laws protect:

A.PeopleB.PropertyC.All of the above

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county board

A. The things that someone owns, such as land or buildings

B. Close to home, nearby, related to a cityC. Small group of people elected to make laws for and run

the government of the countyD. To take legal action against someone in courtE. Small group of people elected to make laws and run a

city’s governmentF. A part of a state that elects on state representative or

state senator

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county board

A. The things that someone owns, such as land or buildings

B. Close to home, nearby, related to a cityC. Small group of people elected to make laws for and run

the government of the countyD. To take legal action against someone in courtE. Small group of people elected to make laws and run a

city’s governmentF. A part of a state that elects on state representative or

state senator

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•_____________________ help people in need.

A.Community services officeB.Community groupsC.Local government departmentsD.All of the above

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•_____________________ help people in need.

A.Community services officeB.Community groupsC.Local government departmentsD.All of the above

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•Suppose the people in a state want to stop a bill that raises taxes. People who want to stop the bill sign their name on a piece of paper called a ________________ petition. If they get enough signatures, they will get to vote on the bill.

A.initiativeB. referendumC. recallD.All of the above

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•Suppose the people in a state want to stop a bill that raises taxes. People who want to stop the bill sign their name on a piece of paper called a ________________ petition. If they get enough signatures, they will get to vote on the bill.

A.initiativeB. referendumC. recallD.All of the above

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•Breaking the windows on someone’s car is an example of:

A.disturbing the peaceB.trespassingC.vandalismD.All of the above

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•Breaking the windows on someone’s car is an example of:

A.disturbing the peaceB.trespassingC.vandalismD.All of the above

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How many votes does each member in Congress have?

a.1b.2c.6d.50e.All of the above

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How many votes does each member in Congress have?

a.1b.2c.6d.50e.All of the above

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•Walking on someone’s yard without their permission is an example of:

A.disturbing the peaceB.trespassingC.vandalismD.All of the above

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•Walking on someone’s yard without their permission is an example of:

A.disturbing the peaceB.trespassingC.vandalismD.All of the above

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constituents

A. The meetings of Congress B. More than halfC. An idea for new laws that is written down and

voted onD. A group that studies the same problems every yearE. The people who elect a person to work in the

governmentF. A group that meets to study problems and find

ways to solve the problems

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constituents

A. The meetings of Congress B. More than halfC. An idea for new laws that is written down and

voted onD. A group that studies the same problems every yearE. The people who elect a person to work in the

governmentF. A group that meets to study problems and find

ways to solve the problems

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The House of Representatives is also called:

a.The Houseb.The Lower Housec.The Upper Housed.Both A and Be.All of the above

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The House of Representatives is also called:

a.The Houseb.The Lower Housec.The Upper Housed.Both A and Be.All of the above

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The leader of The Senate is called the:

a.Majorityb.Presidentc.Pro tempored.Speakere.All of the above

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The leader of The Senate is called the:

a.Majorityb.Presidentc.Pro tempored.Speakere.All of the above

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The leader of The House of Representatives is called the:

a.Majorityb.Presidentc.Pro tempored.Speakere.All of the above

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The leader of The House of Representatives is called the:

a.Majorityb.Presidentc.Pro tempored.Speakere.All of the above

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How many members does The House of Representatives have?

a.6b.50c.100d.435e.All of the above

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How many members does The House of Representatives have?

a.6b.50c.100d.435e.All of the above

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committee

A. The meetings of Congress B. More than halfC. An idea for new laws that is written down and

voted onD. A group that studies the same problems every yearE. The people who elect a person to work in the

governmentF. A group that meets to study problems and find

ways to solve the problems

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committee

A. The meetings of Congress B. More than halfC. An idea for new laws that is written down and

voted onD. A group that studies the same problems every yearE. The people who elect a person to work in the

governmentF. A group that meets to study problems and find

ways to solve the problems

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standing committee

A. The meetings of Congress B. More than halfC. An idea for new laws that is written down and

voted onD. A group that studies the same problems every yearE. The people who elect a person to work in the

governmentF. A group that meets to study problems and find

ways to solve the problems

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standing committee

A. The meetings of Congress B. More than halfC. An idea for new laws that is written down and

voted onD. A group that studies the same problems every yearE. The people who elect a person to work in the

governmentF. A group that meets to study problems and find

ways to solve the problems

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The Senate is also called:

a.The Houseb.The Lower Housec.The Upper Housed.Both A and Be.All of the above

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The Senate is also called:

a.The Houseb.The Lower Housec.The Upper Housed.Both A and Be.All of the above

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Who becomes the U.S. president if both the president and the vice president die?

a.Pro temporeb.The President of the Senatec.The Speaker of the Housed.The U.S. people vote again to get a new

presidente.All of the above

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Who becomes the U.S. president if both the president and the vice president die?

a.Pro temporeb.The President of the Senatec.The Speaker of the Housed.The U.S. people vote again to get a new

presidente.All of the above

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Who is the technical leader of The Senate?

a.A Senatorb.Pro temporec.The majorityd.The Vice-President of the U.S.e.All of the above

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Who is the technical leader of The Senate?

a.A Senatorb.Pro temporec.The majorityd.The Vice-President of the U.S.e.All of the above

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Who is the substitute leader of The Senate

a.A Senatorb.Pro temporec.The majorityd.The Vice- President of the U.S.e.All of the above

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Who is the substitute leader of The Senate

a.A Senatorb.Pro temporec.The majorityd.The Vice- President of the U.S.e.All of the above

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Before committee’s decide on a law, they:

a.Gather/get many factsb.Listen to peoplec.Talk about itd.All of the Above

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Before committee’s decide on a law, they:

a.Gather/get many factsb.Listen to peoplec.Talk about itd.All of the Above

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The President of the Senate only votes:

a.When he/she feels like itb.When it is a serious billc.When there is a tied.All of the Above

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The President of the Senate only votes:

a.When he/she feels like itb.When it is a serious billc.When there is a tied.All of the Above

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All federal laws start in:

• a. Congress• b. The Executive Branch• c. The Supreme Court• d. All of the above

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All federal laws start in:

• a. Congress• b. The Executive Branch• c. The Supreme Court• d. All of the above

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Floor leader

A. Laws that are made, another word for billB. The leader of a government bodyC. The assistant to the floor leaderD. A part of a standing committeeE. To make statements in court, to tell the truth/factsF. A group of senators and representatives that make

sure both bills are the sameG. The leader of each of the two political parties in

congress

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Floor leader

A. Laws that are made, another word for billB. The leader of a government bodyC. The assistant to the floor leaderD. A part of a standing committeeE. To make statements in court, to tell the truth/factsF. A group of senators and representatives that make

sure both bills are the sameG. The leader of each of the two political parties in

congress

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1.In the case of McCulloch v. Maryland, why did McCulloch and the federal government win?

• a.Checks and Balancesb.Separation of Powersc.The Elastic Claused.All of the Above

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1.In the case of McCulloch v. Maryland, why did McCulloch and the federal government win?

• a.Checks and Balancesb.Separation of Powersc.The Elastic Claused.All of the Above

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Who is the assistant to the majority and minority leaders?

• a. President• b. Pro tempore• c. Speaker• d. Whip• e. All of the above

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Who is the assistant to the majority and minority leaders?

• a. President• b. Pro tempore• c. Speaker• d. Whip• e. All of the above

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Conference committee

A. Laws that are made, another word for billB. The leader of a government bodyC. The assistant to the floor leaderD. A part of a standing committeeE. To make statements in court, to tell the truth/factsF. A group of senators and representatives that make

sure both bills are the sameG. The leader of each of the two political parties in

congress

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Conference committee

A. Laws that are made, another word for billB. The leader of a government bodyC. The assistant to the floor leaderD. A part of a standing committeeE. To make statements in court, to tell the truth/factsF. A group of senators and representatives that make

sure both bills are the sameG. The leader of each of the two political parties in

congress

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A Standing Committee:

a.Never changesb.Always talks about the same topicc.Goes away after a yeard.Meets every yeare.A, B, Df. All of the Above

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A Standing Committee:

a.Never changesb.Always talks about the same topicc.Goes away after a yeard.Meets every yeare.A, B, Df. All of the Above

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All laws start with an:

• a. A law• b. Idea• c. The Senate• d. All of the above

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All laws start with an:

• a. A law• b. Idea• c. The Senate• d. All of the above

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How much of their state do Representatives represent?

a.A districtb.All of itc.Halfd.All of the above

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How much of their state do Representatives represent?

a.A districtb.All of itc.Halfd.All of the above

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testifyA.Laws that are made, another word for billB.The leader of a government bodyC.The assistant to the floor leaderD.A part of a standing committeeE.To make statements in court, to tell the truth/factsF.A group of senators and representatives that

make sure both bills are the sameG.The leader of each of the two political parties in

congress

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testifyA.Laws that are made, another word for billB.The leader of a government bodyC.The assistant to the floor leaderD.A part of a standing committeeE.To make statements in court, to tell the truth/factsF.A group of senators and representatives that

make sure both bills are the sameG.The leader of each of the two political parties in

congress

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In the case of McCulloch v. Maryland, Maryland was upset because:

a.Congress set up a federal bankb.Maryland thought Congress should borrow

more moneyc.Congress put too much tax on Marylandd.All of the Above

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In the case of McCulloch v. Maryland, Maryland was upset because:

a.Congress set up a federal bankb.Maryland thought Congress should borrow

more moneyc.Congress put too much tax on Marylandd.All of the Above

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What is the last thing that happens before a bill becomes a law?

• a. The House of Representatives votes• b. The President signs the bill• c. The Senate votes• d. All of the above

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What is the last thing that happens before a bill becomes a law?

• a. The House of Representatives votes• b. The President signs the bill• c. The Senate votes• d. All of the above

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legislation

A. Laws that are made, another word for billB. The leader of a government bodyC. The assistant to the floor leaderD. A part of a standing committeeE. To make statements in court, to tell the truth/factsF. A group of senators and representatives that make

sure both bills are the sameG. The leader of each of the two political parties in

congress

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legislation

A. Laws that are made, another word for billB. The leader of a government bodyC. The assistant to the floor leaderD. A part of a standing committeeE. To make statements in court, to tell the truth/factsF. A group of senators and representatives that make

sure both bills are the sameG. The leader of each of the two political parties in

congress

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How long do members of the House of Representatives serve?

a.1 yearb.2 yearsc.6 yearsd.10 yearse.All of the above

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How long do members of the House of Representatives serve?

a.1 yearb.2 yearsc.6 yearsd.10 yearse.All of the above

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Congress can override a president’s veto by:

• a. 2/3 vote• b. Going to the Supreme Court• c. They can’t override the president’s veto• d. All of the above

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Congress can override a president’s veto by:

• a. 2/3 vote• b. Going to the Supreme Court• c. They can’t override the president’s veto• d. All of the above

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Committees meet to:

a.Do the day-to-day work of Congressb.Solve problemsc.Study laws/billsd.All of the above

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Committees meet to:

a.Do the day-to-day work of Congressb.Solve problemsc.Study laws/billsd.All of the above

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whip

A. Laws that are made, another word for billB. The leader of a government bodyC. The assistant to the floor leaderD. A part of a standing committeeE. To make statements in court, to tell the truth/factsF. A group of senators and representatives that make

sure both bills are the sameG. The leader of each of the two political parties in

congress

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whip

A. Laws that are made, another word for billB. The leader of a government bodyC. The assistant to the floor leaderD. A part of a standing committeeE. To make statements in court, to tell the truth/factsF. A group of senators and representatives that make

sure both bills are the sameG. The leader of each of the two political parties in

congress

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•Which of the following are ways you can be involved in your local government:

A.VotingB.Talking to your council memberC.Attending or speaking at council meetingsD.Signing petitionsE.All of the above

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•Which of the following are ways you can be involved in your local government:

A.VotingB.Talking to your council memberC.Attending or speaking at council meetingsD.Signing petitionsE.All of the above

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How many years is a Senator’s term?

a.1 yearb.2 yearsc.6 yearsd.10 yearse.All of the above

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How many years is a Senator’s term?

a.1 yearb.2 yearsc.6 yearsd.10 yearse.All of the above

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When does Congress start its sessions?

a.Augustb.Januaryc.Julyd.Marche.All of the above

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When does Congress start its sessions?

a.Augustb.Januaryc.Julyd.Marche.All of the above

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Which type of law MUST start in the House of Representatives?

• a. Army laws• b. Budget laws• c. Farming laws• d. All of the above

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Which type of law MUST start in the House of Representatives?

• a. Army laws• b. Budget laws• c. Farming laws• d. All of the above

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Presiding officer

A. Laws that are made, another word for billB. The leader of a government bodyC. The assistant to the floor leaderD. A part of a standing committeeE. To make statements in court, to tell the truth/factsF. A group of senators and representatives that make

sure both bills are the sameG. The leader of each of the two political parties in

congress

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Presiding officer

A. Laws that are made, another word for billB. The leader of a government bodyC. The assistant to the floor leaderD. A part of a standing committeeE. To make statements in court, to tell the truth/factsF. A group of senators and representatives that make

sure both bills are the sameG. The leader of each of the two political parties in

congress

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Who is the presiding officer in the Senate?

• a. President• b. Pro tempore• c. Speaker• d. Whip• e. All of the above

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Who is the presiding officer in the Senate?

• a. President• b. Pro tempore• c. Speaker• d. Whip• e. All of the above

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•Why does the government make laws to limit our rights?

A.To protect other people’s rightsB.Because the government is too controllingC.Because the people in office want too much

powerD.All of the above

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•Why does the government make laws to limit our rights?

A.To protect other people’s rightsB.Because the government is too controllingC.Because the people in office want too much

powerD.All of the above

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An amendment to a bill is:

• a. A part of the bill no one likes• b. A problem with the bill• c. An addition to the bill• d. All of the above

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An amendment to a bill is:

• a. A part of the bill no one likes• b. A problem with the bill• c. An addition to the bill• d. All of the above

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subcommittee

A. Laws that are made, another word for billB. The leader of a government bodyC. The assistant to the floor leaderD. A part of a standing committeeE. To make statements in court, to tell the truth/factsF. A group of senators and representatives that make

sure both bills are the sameG. The leader of each of the two political parties in

congress

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subcommittee

A. Laws that are made, another word for billB. The leader of a government bodyC. The assistant to the floor leaderD. A part of a standing committeeE. To make statements in court, to tell the truth/factsF. A group of senators and representatives that make

sure both bills are the sameG. The leader of each of the two political parties in

congress

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Why does the House have more members than the Senate?

a.The House has different numbers of representatives based on how many people live in each state

b.The House is biggerc.The Senate doesn’t want too many peopled.All of the Above

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Why does the House have more members than the Senate?

a.The House has different numbers of representatives based on how many people live in each state

b.The House is biggerc.The Senate doesn’t want too many peopled.All of the Above

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Who is the presiding officer in the House of Representatives?

• a. President• b. Pro tempore• c. Speaker• d. Whip• e. All of the above

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Who is the presiding officer in the House of Representatives?

• a. President• b. Pro tempore• c. Speaker• d. Whip• e. All of the above

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A filibuster is:

• a. When some talks and talks to kill a bill• b. When someone votes to stop talking• c. When a bill becomes a law• d. All of the above

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A filibuster is:

• a. When some talks and talks to kill a bill• b. When someone votes to stop talking• c. When a bill becomes a law• d. All of the above

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If the president doesn’t sign a bill, after 10 days, while congress is still in session:

• a. The bill dies• b. The bill becomes a law• c. Congress votes again• d. All of the above

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If the president doesn’t sign a bill, after 10 days, while congress is still in session:

• a. The bill dies• b. The bill becomes a law• c. Congress votes again• d. All of the above

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Filibusters only happen in the:

• a. House of Representatives• b. Senate• c. States• d. Supreme Court• e. All of the above

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Filibusters only happen in the:

• a. House of Representatives• b. Senate• c. States• d. Supreme Court• e. All of the above

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How many votes does it take to stop a filibuster?

• a. 1/2• b. 2/3• c. 3/5• d. All of the above

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How many votes does it take to stop a filibuster?

• a. 1/2• b. 2/3• c. 3/5• d. All of the above

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A lobbyist is:

• a. An assistant to the president• b. Someone who works for a group to get

laws passed or stopped• c. The leader in the senate• d. All of the above

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A lobbyist is:

• a. An assistant to the president• b. Someone who works for a group to get

laws passed or stopped• c. The leader in the senate• d. All of the above

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A lobbyist can’t

• a. Give congressmen/women money• b. Go to congress• c. Take people out to dinner• d. All of the above

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A lobbyist can’t

• a. Give congressmen/women money• b. Go to congress• c. Take people out to dinner• d. All of the above

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Minority and majority leaders:

• a. Decide how and when a bill will be considered

• b. Plan how the debate will go• c. Make sure each side gets a fair hearing

of its position• d. All of the Above

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Minority and majority leaders:

• a. Decide how and when a bill will be considered

• b. Plan how the debate will go• c. Make sure each side gets a fair hearing

of its position• d. All of the Above

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What created two parts of Congress instead of one?

a.Checks and Balancesb.The Great Compromisec.The Separation of Powersd.All of the Above

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What created two parts of Congress instead of one?

a.Checks and Balancesb.The Great Compromisec.The Separation of Powersd.All of the Above

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Use the word box below to write the steps to making a bill become a law in order:

Conference Committee

The Debate Introduce the bill

The Committee Stage

The President signs the bill

Go to the other house

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1. Introduce the Bill2. The Committee State3. The Debate4. Go to the other house5. Conference committee6. The President signs the bill

Conference Committee

The Debate Introduce the bill

The Committee Stage The President signs the bill

Go to the other house