The Senate Answers

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Differences between House and Senate versions of a bill are resolved.

A
in conference committee
B
during floor action
C
using a filibuster
4

What jobs does a Senator perform? Check all that apply.Representing the interests of the state and its residentsBreaking a tie vote in the House of RepresentativesBecoming a member of a joint committeeOverseeing voting practices in the state’s voting districtsManaging staff members who handle scheduling

A
Representing the interests of the state and its residents
B
Breaking a tie vote in the House of Representatives
C
Becoming a member of a joint committee
D
Overseeing voting practices in the state’s voting districts
E
Managing staff members who handle scheduling
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Which of the following are exclusive powers of the Senate? Check all that apply.Confirming executive appointmentsHolding impeachment trialsOriginating bills that raise revenueAppointing Supreme Court justicesApproving international treaties

A
Confirming executive appointments
B
Holding impeachment trials
C
Originating bills that raise revenue
D
Appointing Supreme Court justices
E
Approving international treaties
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Answers:
Differences between House and Senate versions of a bill are resolved.:in conference committee
To stop or delay a bill from passing, a senator mayon the Senate floor.:filibuster
10

✔ in conference committeeduring floor actionX using a filibuster

A
✔ in conference committee
B
during floor action
C
X using a filibuster
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invoke cloture✔ filibusterX conduct impeachment

A
invoke cloture
B
✔ filibuster
C
X conduct impeachment

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