#1
Which chamber of the United States Congress has the power to impeach federal officials?
House of Representatives
ExplanationHouse of Representatives has sole power to impeach.
#2
Who is the presiding officer of the House of Representatives in the United States?
Speaker of the House
ExplanationSpeaker of the House presides over House sessions.
#3
What is the upper limit of members in the United States Senate?
100
ExplanationSenate has a maximum of 100 members.
#4
Who is responsible for approving presidential nominations for federal judgeships?
Senate
ExplanationSenate approves judicial nominations.
#5
What is the role of the Rules Committee in the United States House of Representatives?
To schedule bills for floor action and set the terms of debate
ExplanationRules Committee schedules bills and debate terms.
#6
What is a filibuster in the legislative process?
A tactic to delay or block legislation by prolonged speaking
ExplanationFilibuster is a tactic to delay or block legislation.
#7
What is the primary function of the Conference Committee in the legislative process?
To resolve differences between House and Senate versions of a bill
ExplanationConference Committee resolves bill differences.
#8
What is a 'pocket veto' in the legislative process?
A veto by the President after Congress has adjourned
ExplanationPocket veto occurs after Congress adjourns.
#9
What is the term for the process of ending a filibuster?
Cloture
ExplanationCloture ends a filibuster.
#10
What is the term used to describe a district that heavily favors one political party?
Safe district
ExplanationSafe district heavily favors a party.
#11
Who has the power to veto legislation passed by the United States Congress?
President
ExplanationPresident has the power to veto bills.
#12
In the United States, who has the authority to call a special session of Congress?
President
ExplanationPresident can call special sessions.
#13
What is the primary responsibility of the United States Senate Committee on Foreign Relations?
To handle matters related to international treaties and foreign policy
ExplanationForeign Relations Committee manages treaties and policy.
#14
Which committee in the United States Congress is responsible for overseeing the federal budget?
Appropriations Committee
ExplanationAppropriations Committee manages federal budget.
#15
What is the term for the process by which a bill becomes law without the President's signature if Congress adjourns before the President takes action?
Pocket Veto
ExplanationPocket Veto occurs when Congress adjourns before presidential action.