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1.

When a congress member agrees to propose legislation on behalf of constituents, interest groups etc., (s)he becomes a
- A.
  
  Patron
- B.
  
  Sponsor
- C.
  
  Advocate
- D.
  
  Co-sponsor
- E.
  
  Writer
Correct Answer
B. Sponsor

Explanation
When a congress member agrees to propose legislation on behalf of constituents, interest groups, etc., they become a sponsor. A sponsor is someone who takes responsibility for introducing and supporting a bill in the legislative process. They are the ones who initiate the legislation and work to gather support from other members of Congress. Sponsors play a crucial role in advocating for the bill and guiding it through the legislative process.

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Based on the issues addressed in a bill, a bill will be recommended to a particular _______________ and placed on its calendar.
- A.
  
  Standing committee
- B.
  
  Panel of experts
- C.
  
  Chamber of congress
- D.
  
  Bureau
- E.
  
  Chairperson
Correct Answer
A. Standing committee

Explanation
A bill is recommended to a standing committee based on the issues addressed in the bill. A standing committee is a permanent committee in a legislative body that is responsible for reviewing and considering bills related to specific subject matters. These committees have expertise in their respective areas and are tasked with examining the details and implications of proposed legislation. Once a bill is recommended to a standing committee, it is placed on its calendar for further consideration and potential amendments before it can move forward in the legislative process.

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If a committee chairperson doesn't act upon a bill
- A.
  
  The bill remains on file until further notice
- B.
  
  Another member of the committee may act
- C.
  
  The bill is recommended to a different committee
- D.
  
  The bill is effectively killed
Correct Answer
D. The bill is effectively killed

Explanation
If a committee chairperson doesn't act upon a bill, it means that they are not taking any action to move the bill forward in the legislative process. This can effectively kill the bill because without the chairperson's support or action, the bill cannot progress or be considered by the committee. The bill will remain on file indefinitely, without any further action or consideration, effectively ending its chances of becoming law.

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Once a bill reaches the floor of a particular chamber, members vote on rules regarding
- A.
  
  Time spent on debate
- B.
  
  Electronic vs. vocal voting
- C.
  
  Amendment processes
- D.
  
  Whether or not to debate
Correct Answer
A. Time spent on debate

Explanation
Once a bill reaches the floor of a particular chamber, members vote on rules regarding time spent on debate. This means that they decide how much time will be allocated for discussing and deliberating on the bill before a final vote is taken. This is an important decision as it determines the extent of discussion and allows members to express their views and arguments on the bill. The time spent on debate can vary depending on the complexity and significance of the bill, and it is crucial for ensuring a thorough and democratic legislative process.

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When the house or senate passes a bill, it is referred to the other chamber which may do all of the following except
- A.
  
  Approve the bill
- B.
  
  Reject the bill
- C.
  
  Ignore the bill
- D.
  
  Change the bill
- E.
  
  Refer the bill to the executive
Correct Answer
E. Refer the bill to the executive

Explanation
When the house or senate passes a bill, it is referred to the other chamber which may do all of the following except refer the bill to the executive. After a bill is passed by one chamber, it is sent to the other chamber for consideration. The other chamber can approve the bill, reject the bill, ignore the bill, or change the bill. However, referring the bill to the executive is not a step that the other chamber takes. The executive branch comes into play after both chambers have passed the bill and it is sent to the president for approval or veto.

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The formation of a conference committee becomes necessary when
- A.
  
  The 2nd house ignores the bill
- B.
  
  The 2nd house significantly alters the bill
- C.
  
  The 2nd house makes minor changes to the bill
- D.
  
  The 2nd house rejects the bill
Correct Answer
B. The 2nd house significantly alters the bill

Explanation
When the 2nd house significantly alters the bill, it means that they have made substantial changes to the original version of the bill. This could include adding, removing, or modifying key provisions of the bill. In such a situation, a conference committee is formed to reconcile the differences between the versions of the bill passed by each house. The conference committee is responsible for negotiating and reaching a compromise on the bill that is acceptable to both houses before it can be sent for final approval.

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A bill is passed onto presidential action when
- A.
  
  A conference committee can't reach a resolution
- B.
  
  A bill is passed in identical forms in both houses
- C.
  
  The second house rejects the bill
- D.
  
  A sufficient majority in both houses can't be reached
Correct Answer
B. A bill is passed in identical forms in both houses

Explanation
When a bill is passed in identical forms in both houses, it means that both the House of Representatives and the Senate have approved the bill without any differences or amendments. This is an important step in the legislative process as it indicates a consensus and agreement between both chambers of Congress. Once a bill has been passed in identical forms, it can then proceed to the next stage, which is either being signed into law by the President or going through the presidential action process.

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A presidential veto may be overridden with
- A.
  
  A 3/4 majority in both houses
- B.
  
  A simple majority in both houses
- C.
  
  A 2/3 majority in the senate
- D.
  
  A simple majority in the senate
- E.
  
  A 2/3 majority in both houses
Correct Answer
E. A 2/3 majority in both houses

Explanation
A presidential veto can be overridden with a 2/3 majority in both houses of Congress. This means that two-thirds of the members in both the House of Representatives and the Senate must vote in favor of overriding the veto. This high threshold ensures that there is significant support for overturning the president's decision and prevents a single party or branch of government from having too much power.

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How A Bill Becomes A Law Quiz

When a congress member agrees to propose legislation on behalf of constituents, interest groups etc., (s)he becomes a

Based on the issues addressed in a bill, a bill will be recommended to a particular _______________ and placed on its calendar.

If a committee chairperson doesn't act upon a bill

Once a bill reaches the floor of a particular chamber, members vote on rules regarding

When the house or senate passes a bill, it is referred to the other chamber which may do all of the following except

The formation of a conference committee becomes necessary when

A bill is passed onto presidential action when

A presidential veto may be overridden with