Chapter 13: House vs. Senate Flashcards

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The “People’s Body”

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House

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2
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Larger Size, More Elections

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House

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3
Q

Democratic Tendencies

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House

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4
Q

Reflects the more volatile

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House

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5
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Members serve longer terms (6 years)

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Senate

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6
Q

Steadying influence, “Elite Chamber”

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Senate

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7
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Originally appointed by State legislator

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Senate

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8
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17th Amendment: Directly elected by the people

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Senate

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