A congresswoman has been selected for a new leadership
position. In her new role, she will oversee the operations of
one chamber of Congress and determine who speaks
during debates. She hopes to influence legislation by
setting debate rules that are beneficial to her party.
Which congressional leadership position does the person described in this
passage most likely hold?

A. President pro tempore of the Senate
B. Speaker of the House
C. House minority leader
D. Whip
the answer is speaker of the house