Unit 1
The legislative process at the national level of government reflects the intent of the framers of the Constitution to create a legislature that would be
What is slow and deliberate in the law-making process?
This is an example of a congressional check on the executive branch.
What is overriding a presidential veto?
This clause of the First Amendment has been used to incorporate religious freedom protections to the states
What is the Free Exercise Clause?
This best describes the term “political socialization.”
What is the way individuals develop their political beliefs and values?
This best explains why voter turnout in the United States is lower than in many other democracies
What is registration requirements can create barriers to voting?
The Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1985 authorized the government to deny income tax deductions for employer health plans that did not offer employees the option of keeping their health insurance after leaving the job. This enumerated power allowed Congress to make the law.
What is regulating commerce among the states?
This is why incumbents in the House of Representatives typically have an advantage in elections.
What is they often have name recognition and established fundraising networks?
This Supreme Court case incorporated the right to an attorney for defendants in state courts.
What is Gideon v. Wainwright?
This group is typically the strongest influence on an individual’s long-term political attitudes.
What is family?
This demographic group is MOST likely to vote
What is individuals with high levels of education?
The Declaration of Independence is best understood as being grounded in this political principle
What is popular Sovereignty?
This is the main purpose of the “power of the purse.”
What is enable Congress to influence or limit executive branch actions?
The exclusionary rule prevents evidence from being used in court if it was obtained
What is without a warrant or in violation of the Fourth Amendment?
A libertarian is most likely to support this policy position
What are reduced taxes and minimal government involvement in social issues?
Political action committees (PACs) primarily influence elections by
What is donating money to campaigns?
This was a major weakness of the Articles of Confederation.
What is the national government could not levy taxes?
This best describes the role of the Senate in the appointment process?
What is confirming presidential appointments?
This best describes the impact of the Civil Rights Act of 1964
What is it prohibited discrimination in public accommodations and employment?
Public opinion polls are most reliable when they
What is to use large samples selected randomly?
This strategy is used most commonly by interest groups to influence public policy
What is lobbying lawmakers and providing expertise?
Federalism in the U.S. Constitution is best illustrated by this feature.
What is the division of powers between national and state governments?
The Supreme Court gains independence from the other branches primarily through
What is life tenure during good behavior?
The decision in Brown v. Board of Education (1954) was based primarily on this constitutional principle
What is Equal Protection under the Fourteenth Amendment?
This statement best reflects a key belief of conservatives in American politics
What is markets function best with limited government interference?
The primary purpose of a political party is to
What is nominating candidates and helping them win elections?