1. When does Congress convene and begin a new term? 2. Describe the first day in session for the House of Representatives (Briefly
summarize, do not painstakingly repeat everything the text says...)
3. What is the President's aim, goal, or purpose for delivering the State of the
Union message to Congress?
4. Who are the current presiding officers of the House of Representatives and
the Senate? (This textbook was not written today-do not tell me it is John
Boehner!
5. Describe the responsibilities and powers of the Speaker of the House.
6. Only what circumstance does the Vice President ever vote in the Senate?
7. What are the responsibilities of the majority/minority leaders? And for their
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