2.3

Question 1

delegate model

Answer 1

the idea that the main duty of a main member of Congress is to carry out constituent’s wishes

Question 2

gerrymandering

Answer 2

illogical district lines drawn to give the advantage to one party

Question 3

gridlock

Answer 3

the “congestion” of opposing forces that prevents ideas from moving forward

Question 4

“Lame Duck” President

Answer 4

end of a presidential term when Congress may block presidential initiatives and nominees

Question 5

“One Person-One Vote” Principle

Answer 5

expanded democratic participation and the voting rights of minorities

Question 6

politico model

Answer 6

Congress make choices w/the interests of their constituents and parties in making decisions

Question 7

racial gerrymandering

Answer 7

The intentional drawing of legislative districts on the basis of race has also been the subject of scrutiny for conflicting reasons; Shaw v. Reno

Question 8

swing district

Answer 8

districts with closer elections

Question 9

trustee model

Answer 9

the idea that members of Congress should make decisions based on their knowledge and judgement