"An assembly with delegates chosen from all of the states whose function is to nominate candidates for president and vice president and to oversee the governance of the party" is a definition of a

a. delegate.
b. state committee and chair.
c. national party convention.
d. political fund-raising banquet.
e. interest group meeting.


C

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a. the bill is submitted to the rules committee for consideration. b. a public hearing is held to explore different points of view on the measure. c. the text of the bill is published in the Congressional Record. d. amendments to the bill are proposed and voted on in a markup session. e. the bill is submitted for the President for approval or veto.

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What tends to be the main function of congressional whips?

A. to act as official spokespersons for their chambers B. to help the Speaker schedule proposed legislation for debate C. to meet with members of the executive cabinet D. to persuade party members to toe the party line

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The elected position of President pro tempore of the Senate is almost always held by

a. the Vice President. b. a senior senator of the majority party. c. a freshman senator of the majority party. d. the majority whip. e. the minority leader.

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Taxes that are paid when one purchases a certain good are referred to as ______.

A. payroll taxes B. excise taxes C. sales taxes D. property taxes

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