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What is the purpose of a filibuster?
A parliamentary process to extend a debate on a piece of legislation with the intention of obstructing the debate
What does "tabling a bill" mean?
The bill is dead, but it may return for a vote.
Which of the following is a role of a committee chair?
Control the committee's budget
What is the process of an elected leader looking out for his or her constituents while carrying out the duties of the office?
Representation
What are the powers given explicitly to the federal government by the Constitution?
Enumerated powers
What is collective representation?
The relationship between Congress and the United States as a whole, whereas the institution represents the American people
Which committee has no bill referral authority and is only informational?
Joint Committees
What allows Congress the right to review and monitor the executive branch?
Oversight
Over which body does the Speaker of the House preside?
The House of Representatives
Which committee is used to reconcile different bills in the House and the Senate?
The Conference Committee
Why do senators hold more committee assignments than House members?
The Senate is smaller than the House.
Although congressional approval ratings are low, why have incumbent reelections remained unaffected?
Voters separate their dislike for Congress from their appreciation for their own representative.
What does the surge-and-decline theory propose?
The surge in voter interest during presidential elections will fall during midterm elections.
What is the whip's responsibility?
Inform on collective voting strategy
How does creating and voting for an omnibus bill facilitate Congress?
Policy changes are accomplished more quickly.