Which word means an attempt to disturb/kill legislation?

• A. Harangue
• B. Filibuster
• C. Genteel
• D. Immutable

Answer: (B)

A filibuster is a tactic used in legislative bodies to delay or derail a bill by extending debate or blocking proceedings. It directly aims to disrupt the passage of legislation, sometimes forcing concessions or killing a measure entirely. In practice, a filibuster can keep a vote from happening until enough supporters agree to move forward, often requiring a special procedure (like cloture) to end the delay. This makes it the best fit for “an attempt to disturb/kill legislation.”

Harangue refers to a long, aggressive speech, which can be forceful but doesn’t inherently involve obstructing legislative action. Genteel means refined or polite in manner, and immutable means unchanging.