Executive Roles Quick Check

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Question
Why was the Senate given the power of advice and consent?(1 point)
Responses

The Framers wanted the Senate to be able to check executive power.
The Framers wanted the Senate to be able to check executive power.

The Framers wanted the Senate to be able to run criminal background checks on nominees.
The Framers wanted the Senate to be able to run criminal background checks on nominees.

The Framers wanted the Senate to work closely with executive departments.
The Framers wanted the Senate to work closely with executive departments.

The Framers wanted the Senate to have complete control over executive departments.

Answer 1

The Framers wanted the Senate to be able to check executive power.