Question

Based on what you just learned, what jobs does a US representative perform? Check all that apply.

Meeting supporters and acting on their suggestions
Proposing and drafting state laws
Serving on congressional committees
Appointing officials for his or her home district
Managing employees who oversee scheduling

Answer 1

Correct choices:
- Meeting supporters and acting on their suggestions — Yes (they meet constituents and respond to their concerns).
- Serving on congressional committees — Yes (House members sit on committees that consider legislation).
- Managing employees who oversee scheduling — Yes (members supervise their staff, including schedulers).

Not correct:
- Proposing and drafting state laws — No (members draft federal laws; state laws are handled by state legislatures).
- Appointing officials for his or her home district — No (appointments are made by executives or local authorities, not individual House members).