Glendale Community College » Political Science » Political Science 101 - Introduction to American Government and Politics » Spring 2023

Question #1

While each state has two senators, members of the House are apportioned ________.

A. based on each state’s need

B. according to the state’s geographic size

C. according to the state’s population

D. based on the state’s economic size

Question #2

A select committee is different from a standing committee because ________.

A. a select committee includes member of both chambers, while a standing committee includes only members of the House

B. a select committee must stay in session, while a standing committee goes to recess

C. a select committee is convened for a specific and temporary purpose, while a standing committee is permanent

D. a select committee is used for bill reconciliation, while a standing committee is used for prosecutions

Question #3

Stopping a filibuster requires that ________.

A. the chamber votes for cloture

B. a majority of senators agree on the bill

C. the Speaker or majority leader intervenes

D. the speaker steps away from the podium