American Democracy Now, 2nd Edition (Harrison)

Chapter 11: Congress

Essay Quiz

1
What were the founders' original goals for Congress?
2
Why are incumbents generally so successful in congressional elections?
3
What was the purpose of the necessary and proper clause in the section of the Constitution regarding congressional powers? How has that clause been used by Congress?
4
What are some of the ways Congress has oversight over the president's powers? Why did the Constitution give it this power?
5
What are two major differences in the ways the House and Senate operate? How can you explain these differences?
Harrison: American Democracy Now, 2nd Edition
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