PSCI Chapter 7 Test Questions with Correct Answers
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PSCI Chapter 7 Test Questions with Correct Answers
When did Congress pass a bill to limit the size of the HOR? - Answer-1929
What provides the basis for proportional representation in the HOR? - Answer-The decennial census
Which state gained the most seats in the House as a result of con...
PSCI Chapter 7 Test Questions with
Correct Answers
When did Congress pass a bill to limit the size of the HOR? - Answer-1929
What provides the basis for proportional representation in the HOR? - Answer-The
decennial census
Which state gained the most seats in the House as a result of congressional
reapportionment following the 2010 census? - Answer-Texas
The deliberate manipulation of district lines for electoral advantage is known as what? -
Answer-Gerrymandering
How did the state of California attempt to overcome the problem of incumbent
gerrymandering? - Answer-It established an independent redistricting commission
composed of regular citizens
Which of the following options BEST describes partisan gerrymandering? - Answer-The
practice of redrawing political districts to benefit one party over another
What is the difference between packing and cracking? - Answer-Packing concentrates
the opposing party in one district, while cracking dilutes the opposing party's voting
power
According to the video, who is MOST likely at fault for the decrease in competitive
elections in recent decades? - Answer-Voters who move to areas with like-minded
people, as this makes it easier to draw political lines around them
How did the Voting Rights Act influence the use of gerrymandering? - Answer-It has
been interpreted to mean that minority districts are sometimes necessary
Which assertion supports the view that gerrymandering can be a worthy goal? -
Answer-Gerrymandering helps create districts that are controlled by traditionally
marginalized groups
Which statement BEST summarizes the article so far? - Answer-Gerrymandering is
related to many problems associated with Congress but it is not the only cause
How does the article define competitive districts? - Answer-Districts with less than a 10
point difference in partisan votes
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