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1. Of the five final methods of reaching a decision discussed, which is used in California criminal cases?

2. What would be the implications of using a different decision-making style?

3. Which of the methods discussed do you think would be most appropriate for your group?

Now, read this document from an article on the legislative process at www.senate.gov by clicking on "Reference," then "Virtual Reference Desk," then "filibuster." Or go directly to http://www.senate.gov/reference/reference_index_subjects/Filibuster_vrd.htm. At the top of the page you'll see a definition of the term. Then further down, under the head Report on Filibusters, click on "Filibusters and Cloture in the Senate."

4. What is a filibuster? Why is it used?

5. Why does it require more than a simple majority to stop a filibuster? (Hint: You may need to read the introduction to another article to find the answer. In the same location as above, click on "History and Briefing: Filibuster and Cloture." Or go directly to www.senate.gov/artandhistory/history/common/briefing/Filibuster_Cloture.htm.)

6. What can you do in your group to insure that everyone has a right to participate in the decision-making process?