Which of the Following Is the Best Definition of a Congressional

question 69

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the best definition of a congressional caucus?

• A) a formal substructure of congressional parties, oriented toward fund-raising
• B) unofficial groups of representatives or senators sharing similar interests or opinions
• C) informal lobbying groups, organized around similar interests such as agriculture or maritime affairs
• D) a formal committee that has the power to propose and write legislation
• E) a vote by members of the House in order to determine who the Speaker of the House will be

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Definitions:

Centrosome

Specialized zone of cytoplasm close to the nucleus and containing two centrioles.

Cytoplasm

The jelly-like substance within a cell, excluding the nucleus, containing organelles and facilitating cellular processes.

Nucleus

A membrane-bound organelle in eukaryotic cells that contains the genetic material.