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Which of the following might apply to state lawmakers but not to members of Congress?
Which of the following might apply to state lawmakers but not to members of Congress?
The basic advantage of a bicameral legislature over a unicameral legislature is that in a bicameral legislature
The basic advantage of a bicameral legislature over a unicameral legislature is that in a bicameral legislature
Why is Congress at the heart of the most basic governmental function of our democratic system?
Why is Congress at the heart of the most basic governmental function of our democratic system?
When must the Federal Congressional elections be held?
When must the Federal Congressional elections be held?
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What is the danger with Elite Democracy?
What is the danger with Elite Democracy?
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When a district is drawn to the advantage of the political party in control of a State legislature it's called:
When a district is drawn to the advantage of the political party in control of a State legislature it's called:
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Study Notes
Question 20: State Lawmakers vs. Congress Members
- State lawmakers may have advantages of incumbency, term limits, residency requirements, or minimum age qualifications, while members of Congress do not.
Question 21: Bicameral vs. Unicameral Legislatures
- The key advantage of a bicameral legislature over a unicameral one is that one house can act as a check on the other.
Question 22: Congress and Governmental Function
- Congress is essential to the core governmental function of the democratic system because it creates the nation's laws.
Question 23: Federal Congressional Elections
- Federal Congressional elections are held on the Tuesday after the first Monday of November in even-numbered years.
Question 24: Danger of Elite Democracy
- The danger in elite democracy is that legislators might prioritize serving interest groups over representing the public. This could involve forming alliances with, supporting, or being influenced by special interest groups.
Question 25: Gerrymandering
- Drawing a district to favor a political party is called gerrymandering.
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Test your knowledge on the roles and functions of Congress and state lawmakers in this quiz. Explore the differences between bicameral and unicameral legislatures, the importance of Congressional elections, and the issues surrounding elite democracy. Perfect for students studying American Government.
