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What is the organizational structure of Congress? What are some of the leadership positions in both houses,and what are their functions? What are some of the types of committees? Are there any important differences between the organizational structures of the House and Senate? If so,discuss them.
Empress of China
A historical reference to the first American ship to trade with China, setting sail in 1784 and marking the beginning of Sino-American trade relations.
Directly with Asia
Involves engaging, interacting, or conducting activities without intermediaries in countries within the continent of Asia.
Wind-Powered Ship
A seafaring vessel propelled primarily by sails that harness wind power, a crucial technology for transportation, trade, and warfare before the advent of steam and motor engines.
Constitutional Convention
A gathering for the purpose of writing or revising a constitution, such as the one held in Philadelphia in 1787 to draft the U.S. Constitution.
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