Understanding Internal Boundaries and Gerrymandering

Which of the following is an example of an internal boundary?

• National border

• Congressional district

• Oceanic boundary

• International trade zone

What is a voting district?

• A region defined for agricultural purposes

• A geographic area organized for the purpose of administering elections

• A zone for military operations

• An area designated for wildlife conservation

Why does redistricting occur after a census has been conducted?

• To increase the number of districts

• To adjust district boundaries to reflect population changes

• To decrease the number of representatives

• To eliminate outdated districts

What is gerrymandering?

• The process of creating new states

• The process of redistricting a voting district to favor one political party over another

• The process of merging two districts

• The process of eliminating voting districts

Which of the following is a type of gerrymandering?

• Merging

• Cracking

• Zoning

• Annexation

What does "cracking" in gerrymandering refer to?

• Combining multiple districts into one

• Spreading like-minded voters out across multiple districts

• Concentrating voters into a single district

• Eliminating a district entirely

What does "packing" in gerrymandering refer to?

• Distributing voters evenly across all districts

• Stacking like-minded voters into just a few districts

• Creating new districts for minority groups

• Removing voters from a district

How does gerrymandering impact political elections in the United States?

• It increases voter turnout

• It ensures fair representation

• It decreases competition in political races

• It strengthens the democratic process

Which of the following is NOT an example of an internal boundary?

• County boundaries

• City boundaries

• National border

• School districts

Which of the following is a consequence of gerrymandering?

• Representatives reflect the beliefs of the people

• It creates safe districts

• It increases the number of political parties

• It enhances voter engagement