Some examples from this set of practice questions
1.
How are holds used in the Senate?
Answer: As procedural practices by which a bill is prevented from being brought to the floor
2.
Describe a rider.
Answer: A non-germane amendment to a bill
3.
What are filibusters and how are they used?
Answer: They are long speeches used to delay action and prevent a vote
4.
Define the term \"cloture.\"
Answer: A motion to cut off debate on bill (ends filibusters + holds, requires a 3/5 vote to pass)
5.
Describe the process known as double tracking or a \"silent filibuster.\"
Answer: A procedural practice in the senate by which a disputed bill is shelved and the senate may move on to other business
6.
What is a unanimous consent agreeement?
Answer: An agreement in the senate that sets the terms for consideration of a bill
7.
What is a closed rule bill?
Answer: A house bill that can\'t be amended
8.
What is the purpose of a germaneness requirement?
Answer: It limits discussions and any amendments in debate to discussion about the bill being debated
9.
What happens when a discharge petition is signed by the majority of the house?
Answer: It forces a bill out of committee and onto the floor for debate
10.
What does pork barrel legislation bring to an involved legislator\'s district in exchange for that legislator\'s vote?
Answer: Money, jobs, or other programs that are beneficial to the district.
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