Gerrymandering and Reapportionment Quiz

How often does reapportionment occur?

• Every 5 years

• Every 10 years

• Every 15 years

• Every 20 years

Reapportionment is based on which of the following?

• State Elections

• Presidential Elections

• U.S. Census

• Supreme Court Decisions

What does reapportionment determine for each state?

• Number of Senators

• Number of Governors

• Number of Representatives

• Number of Judges

What does the white color represent on the Reapportionment Map-2020?

• State gaining 2 seats

• State gaining 1 seat

• No change

• State losing 1 seat

Which state gained 2 seats according to the Reapportionment Map-2020?

• Texas

• California

• Florida

• New York

Which state had no change in seats according to the Reapportionment Map-2020?

• California

• Texas

• Florida

• Ohio

Which state has 52 seats according to the map?

• California

• Texas

• Florida

• New York

What was the ruling in Baker v. Carr?

• Courts have jurisdiction over issues of legislative apportionment.

• Established the "one person, one vote" standard.

• Legislative redistricting must be conscious of race.

• Ensured compliance with the Voting Rights Act of 1965.

Which case is associated with the "one person, one vote" standard?

• Wesberry v. Sanders

• Baker v. Carr

• Shaw v. Reno

• Plessy v. Ferguson

What is the primary objective of gerrymandering tactics?

• To ensure equal voting rights

• To gain political advantage

• To increase voter turnout

• To promote democracy