Name Congressional WebQuest AP U.S. Government Due: Wednesday, 1/7 There are three parts to this WebQuest: A general review of the bicameral nature and organizational structure of the Congress, its leadership, incumbency, committee structures, caucuses, staffing, and the legislative process and the role of interest groups. (Today) An evaluation of the influence of your Representative and Senators. (Tomorrow) An assessment of the power of one of Washington’s Democratic senators, as compared to a Republican senator (to be completed Thursday in a separate document). DIRECTIONS Review the information contained in this WebQuest packet. Complete the tasks using the websites , , and . Enter your answers where it says here to enter text” or in the box provided. “click You may collaborate and assist each other, but everyone should complete the document. Print your completed WebQuest and bring it to class Friday. All legislative Powers herein granted shall be vested in a Congress of the United States which shall consist Constitution, Article I, section 1. of a Senate and House of Representatives. WebQuest Part I: Organizational Structure of Congress American Bicameralism: legislature divided into two houses The House The Senate 435 members, 2 year terms of office 100 members, 6 year terms of office Initiates all revenue bills, more influential on Gives & consent,” more influential “advice budget on foreign affairs House Rules Committee Unlimited debates (filibuster) Limited debates Congressional Leadership The House The Senate Led by Speaker of the House—elected by Formerly led by Vice President House members Really led by Majority Leader—chosen by Presides over House party members Major role in committee assignments and Assisted by whips legislation Must work with Minority leader Assisted by majority leader and whips
Name Congressional WebQuest AP U.S. Government Due: Wednesday, 1/7 There are three parts to this WebQuest: A general review of the bicameral nature and organizational structure of the Congress, its leadership, incumbency, committee structures, caucuses, staffing, and the legislative process and the role of interest groups. (Today) An evaluation of the influence of your Representative and Senators. (Tomorrow) An assessment of the power of one of Washington’s Democratic senators, as compared to a Republican senator (to be completed Thursday in a separate document). DIRECTIONS Review the information contained in this WebQuest packet. Complete the tasks using the websites , , and . Enter your answers where it says “click here to enter text” or in the box provided. You may collaborate and assist each other, but everyone should complete the document. Print your completed WebQuest and bring it to class Friday. All legislative Powers herein granted shall be vested in a Congress of the United States which shall consist of a Senate and House of Representatives. Constitution, Article I, section 1. WebQuest Part I: Organizational Structure of Congress American Bicameralism: legislature divided into two houses The House 435 members, 2 year terms of office Initiates all revenue bills, more influential on budget House Rules Committee Limited debates The Senate 100 members, 6 year terms of office Gives “advice & consent,” more influential on foreign affairs Unlimited debates (filibuster) Congressional Leadership The House Led by Speaker of the House—elected by House members Presides over House Major role in committee assignments and legislation Assisted by majority leader and whips The Senate Formerly led by Vice President Really led by Majority Leader—chosen by party members Assisted by whips Must work with Minority leader
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