The Three Branches (Magruder 4, 5 and 7)

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What is the process by which proposed laws are considered and acted upon by the full membership of the House or Senate?

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Floor Consideration

Front

What is the term for the benefit allowing members of Congress to mail letters and other materials postage-free?

Back

Franking Privilege

Front

What is the drawing of electoral district lines to the advantage of a party or group called?

Back

Gerrymandering

Front

Who is the member of the United States Senate chosen to preside in the absence of the president of the Senate?

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President pro tempore

Front

What is the term for a congressional election that occurs between presidential election years?

Back

Off-year elections

Front

What is the role of inferior courts?

Back

They are the lower federal courts under the Supreme Court.

Front

What does the term "jurisdiction" refer to?

Back

The authority of a court to hear a case.

Front

Who is the plaintiff in a civil suit?

Back

The party who brings a suit or legal action against another.

Front

What is a "writ of certiorari"?

Back

An order by the Court directing a lower court to send up the record for review.

Front

What is a "dissenting opinion"?

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An opinion written by a justice who disagrees with the Court's decision.