
Congress: Representing the People
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11th - 12th Grade
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Megan Flanagan
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Congress: Representing the People
By Megan Flanagan
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Members of Congress only have offices in Washington D.C.
True
False
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Multiple Choice
They have a lot of work to do and no one to help them do it.
True
False
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What is the word for when constituents can request information and services from their Congressman?
Casework
Committee Work
Congressional Work
Lobbying
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Multiple Select
What things do personal staff do to help Congressmen? Select all that apply.
Run the office
Interact with the media
Help with re-election
Help constituents with casework
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What things will a committee staff member do to help a Congressman? (Select all that apply.)
gather information
draft bills (write legislation)
write committee reports
organize hearings and floor sessions
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Multiple Choice
What is the term for person who represents an interest group or business and tries to influence Congressmen regarding Legislation?
A Lobbyist
A Senator
A Representative
An Influencer
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Multiple Choice
Which of these holds a vast collection of information that Congressmen and their staff rely upon for research?
Library of Congress
Congressional Budget Office
Government Accountability Office
Government Publishing Office
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Multiple Choice
Which of these is the financial "watchdog" of Congress, that investigates how our tax dollars are used?
Library of Congress
Congressional Budget Office
Government Accountability Office
Government Publishing Office
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Multiple Choice
Which of these groups analyzes the Congressional budget, and costs and effects of proposed legislation by the President and Congress? (track spending/impacts on the economy)
Library of Congress
Congressional Budget Office
Government Accountability Office
Government Publishing Office
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Multiple Choice
Which of these groups publishes all government documents, much of which is now available digitally?
Library of Congress
Congressional Budget Office
Government Accountability Office
Government Publishing Office
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Multiple Choice
On what website can you find all current and past legislation?
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________ and _____ are two things a Congressman tries to get for their home state or district, which helps create jobs and provides services. (Choose 2.)
Money
Projects
Votes
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How are they able to get these things for their constituents? Select all that apply
Pass legislation
Apply for grants
negotiate contracts with government agencies
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