Chapter 5 Matching Terms Flashcards
1
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Census
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The number of representatives from each state is determined by the _________ population count every 10 years
2
Q
Speaker of the house
A
The ___________ is leader of the majority party and has great power and influence over its members
3
Q
Party whips
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___________ assists the floor leaders in persuading party members to support laws the party favors
4
Q
President pro tempore
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The _____________ often presides in the senate
5
Q
Filibuster
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A stalling of the legislative procedure to prevent a vote (can be ended only by three-fifths vote)
6
Q
Standing committee
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______________ deal with certain issues continuing from one congress to the next
