During an election, an incumbent representative might point to local allocations of a federal highway bill as a reason to be reelected. This is an example of __________
a. credit claiming
b. gerrymandering
c. franking
d. casework
Answer: a
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Why do children begin to lose their positive feelings toward authority figures in late childhood?
a. They don't. During the late-childhood period, a child's respect for authority figures actually increases. b. They don't. A child's respect for authority figures does not begin to decline until they enter high school. c. During the late-childhood period, a child is more cynical than his or her parents. d. During the late-childhood period, parental influence ceases. e. During the late-childhood period, a child transitions toward a more realistic, less heroic view of authority figures.
Most cities and towns have articles of incorporation—called initiatives—granted to them by the state
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Many American ideals, including hard work and personal responsibility, are rooted in our nation's __________ heritage
Fill in the blank with the correct words.
Judicial review gives __________
a. Congress the power to review the financial affairs of the federal courts b. the Supreme Court the power to declare an act of Congress unconstitutional c. the executive authority the power to review the judiciary for impropriety d. Congress the ability to overturn judicial rulings