Question

select all that apply
how can the structure of congress be used to block legislation?
by impounding appropriated and authorized funds
by filibustering in the house
by holding up a bill in committee
by the senates unlimited debate rule (use of the filibuster)

Explanation:

1. "By impounding appropriated and authorized funds" - This is an executive action (president), not congressional, so incorrect.
2. "By filibustering in the House" - The House has no filibuster (it has strict time limits on debate), so incorrect.
3. "By holding up a bill in committee" - Congressional committees can stall or kill bills by not reporting them out, so correct.
4. "By the Senate's unlimited debate rule (use of the filibuster)" - The Senate filibuster (unlimited debate, 60 votes needed to end) is used to block legislation, so correct.

Answer:

• By holding up a bill in committee
• By the Senate's unlimited debate rule (use of the filibuster)