AP GOV
Rosen
Wilson Chapter 11 Reading Questions
1. What are the key differences between a parliament and congress in terms of selecting
candidates, government operation, and independence?
2. What are the enumerated powers granted to Congress in the Constitution?
3. Describe the characteristics, and the six phases of history, of the House of
Representatives.
4. Describe the characteristics of the Senate and how it has evolved over time.
5. What are the typical characteristics of a member of Congress?
6. What gives incumbents such great advantages in the congress?
7. How does the redistricting process impact party control in congress?
8. Explain the three views of congressional representation.
9. How does party structure impact deciding leadership and committee assignments in
the House of Representatives?
10. How does party structure impact deciding leadership and committee assignments in
the Senate?
11. What are some reasons for growing polarization in the Congress?
12. What is the role of caucuses in the Congress?
13. Explain the role of committees in the legislative process. How are members selected
to committees?
14. Explain the purpose of the various staff agencies identified in the text.
15. What are the various types of legislation that are brought up in the Congress?
16. Explain the process of a bill becoming a law.
17. Describe the differences between the House of Representatives and the Senate.
18. What are some of the perks and privileges of membership in congress?
19. What are the rules on congressional ethics and pay increases?
20. Define all terms (yeah, I know … there are a lot of them)