The Senate procedure of calling for an end to debate and forcing a vote on the floor is known as
A. a gerrymander.
B. cloture.
C. a filibuster.
D. a hold.
E. a discharge petition.
Answer: B
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
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It is possible, though not certain, that the ________ and Libertarian Party siphoned off enough votes from Hillary Clinton in 2016 to cost her the presidential election.
A. Green Party B. Populist Party C. Prohibition Party D. Reform Party E. Socialist Party