Discuss at least three ways that African Americans were politically disenfranchised after the Civil War. Also, briefly discuss how the federal government rectified this disenfranchisement.
What will be an ideal response?
Students' answers may vary.
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The governor of a large state is running for reelection. Which of the following items would you expect to be the largest expenditure category in the governor's campaign budget?
a. Television advertising b. Direct-mail advertising c. Polling d. Transportation e. Entertainment
The health of the American economy creates __________ politics.
A. majoritarian B. interest-group C. client D. entrepreneurial E. egalitarian
Article II, Section 4 of the Constitution says, "The President, Vice President, and all Civil Officers of the United States,shall be removed from Office on Impeachment for, and Conviction of, Treason, Bribery, or other high crimes and Misdemeanors."
Explain what this means. What would your criteria be for impeachment? What will be an ideal response?
In most elections, the Electoral College ________ the winner's margin of victory.
A. exaggerates B. matches C. reduces D. decreases E. None of the answers is correct.