When justices meet in conference to vote on a case, the Chief Justice speaks last.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Question -2-A bill or resolution must be introduced by
A) the president. B) the Speaker or president pro-tempore.
C) a congressional sponsor. D) the Sergeant at Arms. E) a committee chairperson.
Question -3-One result of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 was that
A) many southern schools desegregated.
B) segregation in housing ended immediately.
C) voting rights were immediately opened to all Americans.
D) racial integration began to immediately change the country.
E) economic conditions for African Americans immediately improved.
Question -4-The effect of the implementation of supply-side economics during the 1980s was
A) the national deficit was significantly lowered.
B) the national deficit was marginally lowered.
C) the national deficit reached unprecedented levels.
D) the government reached a balanced budget.
E) economic inequality declined.
Question -5-The doctrine of stare decisis means that judges should take precedent seriously.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Question -6-What is the vice president's role in the Senate?
A) To preside over the Senate and cast a tiebreaking vote when necessary
B) To be the president pro tempore
C) To rally the troops, count votes, and report rank-and-file opinions back to the president
D) To allow for the adoption of a cloture motion when necessary
E) To manage the screening process for bills allowed onto the floor when there are contentious issues
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