The Senate

Question 1

Which statement correctly describes the Senate?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

There are a total of one hundred members of the Senate.

Question 2

Which statement about the Senate’s role in federal appointments is correct?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

The Senate can approve or deny an appointment without explanation.

Question 3

Which is the proper hierarchy of leadership roles in the Senate from lowest to highest?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

majority whip, majority leader, president pro tempore, president of the Senate

Question 4

Which group or individual within the Senate has the most power over what legislation is put on the agenda and whether it is passed?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

the majority party

Question 5

A senator can delay or impede a bill by

Revolt · Accepted Answer

using a filibuster.

Question 6

best

Revolt · Accepted Answer

serving on a committee

Question 7

The role of the president pro tempore of the Senate is

Revolt · Accepted Answer

to act as a ceremonial role within the Senate.

Question 8

Who is the acting floor leader and most powerful member of the Senate?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

the Senate Majority Leader

Question 9

How many senators represent each state?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

two

Question 10

Which describes a difference between the duties of House members and the duties of Senate members?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Senate members represent state interests while House members represent district interests.

The Senate Answers