Political scientists use what term to refer to the proportion of eligible Americans who vote in a given election?
a. volume
b. electoral population
c. turnout
d. caucuses
c
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Which of the following have recent movements, such as the antiglobalization movement and the anti-Iraq War movement, used to spread information, raise money, and organize?
a. social networking and text messaging b. speeches c. radio stations d. television and Internet advertising -
As mayor of your small hometown, you cut ribbons at store openings and speak at Rotary Club luncheons
You preside over your city council meetings, but your vote is no more significant than that of any other member of the council which, as a body, runs the city. You have no executive power, nor is there any city manager with executive power. What kind of city government are you serving under? A) Strong mayor-council B) Weak mayor-council C) Council-manager D) Commission E) Home-rule
Unless they are impeached, federal judges serve
A) for twenty years. B) for ten years. C) for two years. D) on the grace of the executive. E) for life.
SELECT ALL THAT APPLY. Which of the following are indicative of a “professional” legislature?
a. They meet full-time. b. They employ larger staffs. c. They pay members a higher salary. d. They are more democratic.