Prior to 1913, when U.S. senators were first elected by voters in the individual state, how were the senators chosen?
a. They were appointed by the president and confirmed by the U.S. Senate.
b. They were appointed by the state governors.
c. They were chosen by the state legislatures.
d. They were chosen by fellow senators.
e. They were chosen in a nationwide election.
ANS: C
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