__________ protects the filibuster unless three-fifths of the Senate votes for an end to debate.

A. The Rules Committee
B. Rule 22
C. The cloture vote
D. A joint committee


Answer: B

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What will be an ideal response?

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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