AP Government: Final Exam Review

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Advice and consent refers to...

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the power of the senate to consult and approve appointments and treaties of the president

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An example would be a member of Congress helping a constituent with veteran affairs benefits.

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casework

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In which case did the Supreme Court find that corporate funding of independent political broadcasts in candidate elections cannot be limited?

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Citizens United v. FEC

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Belief in: Less taxation. Less federal power. Greater State's rights.

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conservatism

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Legislators should adhere to the will of their constituents.

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delegate model

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Governance power between the political party, especially when one holds the presidency and the other controls one or both chambers of Congress

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divided government

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Theory that the upper class will rule despite social niceties of governmental organization.

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elitist theory

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The Americans with Disabilities Act requires states to make "reasonable accommodations" for the disabled. This federally imposed requirement is known as a/an...

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federal mandate

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A tactic used by the House to delay a bill by talking indefinitely is known as a filibuster.

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False

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Redrawing of legislative district boundaries to benefit a party, group, or incumbent.

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gerrymandering