1. Which of the following was an important reason that the Framers favored a bicameral legislature?
A. Both Parliament and the colonial legislature were bicameral.
B. Bicameral legislatures were considered uniquely American.
C. Bicameral legislatures were considered more democratic.
D. They believed that the president would dominate a unicameral legislature.
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2. A member of the House must be at least:
A. 25 years old and a citizen of the United States for at least seven years.
B. 25 years old and a citizen of the United States for at least nine years.
C. 30 years old and a citizen of the United States for at least seven years.
D. 30 years old and a citizen of the United States for at least nine years.
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3. The Framers hoped that _____ would help make the Senate a more responsible body than the House.
A. Shorter sessions
B. More members
C. Longer terms
D. Higher pay
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4. Until 1913, senators were chosen by:
A. Their state legislatures.
B. Their state's single-member districts.
C. All voters in their states.
D. Their state governments.
Answer (2)
Actually for number one the answer would be that a bicameral Legislative branch solved the problems of the Virginia and New Jersey plan. 2. b 3. Equal Representation 4. a
The Framers favored a bicameral legislature mainly due to historical precedents seen in both Parliament and colonial assemblies, believing it would prevent an over-dominant executive power. Essential requirements for House members include being at least 25 years old and a citizen for seven years. Senators, elected by state legislatures before 1913, were designed to serve longer terms to encourage stability and thorough deliberation in law-making.
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