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Under the original Constitution, members of the Senate were
 
  a. appointed by the president.
  b. chosen by the state legislatures.
  c. elected directly by the people.
  d. selected by special committees within each state.
  e. selected by the Senate.

Question 2

What provision for the Senate was designed to promote consistent policies?
 
  a. Only one-third of senators would face reelection every two years.
  b. It would have power over taxing and spending bills.
  c. Senators would serve shorter terms than members of the House of Representatives.
  d. Senators would be selected by the president.
  e. All senators would face reelection every two years.



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: B

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A



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