Question

Read the quote from a member of the House. In order to do our job well, we spend a lot of time meeting with people who live in our states to tell them about what is happening in government and to listen to their ideas about how to improve life in our country. —Representative Mike Honda California District 17 San Jose, CA
To which duty of a House member does this quote most likely refer?

A) to propose and draft state laws
B) to hire and manage staff in Washington D.C. and in the district
C) to meet with constituents in Washington D.C. and in the district
D) to serve on committees in the House

Answer 1

to meet with constituents in Washington D.C. and in the district

Answer 2

Answer:

C) to meet with constituents in Washington D.C. and in the district.

Explanation:

Constituents are the people who vote for representatives. Representatives, therefore, are meant to govern on their behalf. In this case, the member of the house explains that he meets with people that live in his state and ask them their opinion. These people are his constituents, and it is part of his job to meet with them and ask them what it is that they want for their future and their community.