Cards in this guide (12)
How can the president make treaties and appoint ambassadors
The president can negotiate treaties, but they must be ratified
by the senate to go into effect. He can appoint ambassadors, and
they also must be approved by the senate.
How long is the term for an elected member of the House of Representatives
Representatives and Delegates serve for two-year terms, while
the Resident Commissioner serves for four years. The Constitution
permits the House to expel a member with a two-thirds vote.
Which of the following individuals acts as a party spokesperson and is in charge of trying to get the majority party's legislation through the House of Representatives
What offices is classified under the executive branch
What is one of the main functions of the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform
It investigates waste, fraud, and abuse within every area of the
Federal Government.
Which House committee conducts public health research safeguards the environment and the nation's energy supply and regulates interstate and foreign commerce
Committee on Energy and Commerce
What group is the house majority leader elected
What is a criterion for an individual to become president as stated by Article II Section 1 of the Constitution
He or she must be a "natural born citizen"
Who did the articles of confederation grant the authority to govern the country while congress was not in session
Which of the following are known as permanent committees used in congress
What is the residency requirement for a person to become vice president of the united States
Must have lived in the United States for the past 14 consecutive
years
Of the following which provided a framework for the establishment of a national government