Final Flashcards by Kaleb Phillips

Nevada’s statehood had more to do with national political issues than the need for gold -

True

False

True

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The 1863 Nevada Constitution -

Sought complete independence from Federal government control’

Included slavery

Was a radical document

Was greatly influenced by the California and New York State constitutions

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What is the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo? -

Was an agreement between the Mormons and Mexican government

The treaty which ended the Mexican War and ceded land to the United States

The treaty that ended Mexico’s war of Independence from Spain

Allowed native tribes to open the first casinos

The treaty which ended the Mexican War and ceded land to the United States

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Who led The push for the creation of a separate Nevada Territory? -

John Musser

Mark Twain

Senator Doolittle

Brigham Young

John Musser

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What political belief helped push the United States into the West? -

Nationalism

Direct democracy

Neo-conservatism

Manifest Destiny

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What religious group brought the first major group of settlers into the Great Basin and Nevada? -

The Catholics

The Muslims

The Mormons

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Early explorers and fur traders -

Sought to own and control land in Nevada for future settlement

Settled mainly in Las Vegas

Had no intention of settling in the region now known as Nevada

Were great friends of Native Tribes and respected their traditions

Had no intention of settling in the region now known as Nevada

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Among the goals of the Doolittle bill were: -

To gain control over gold to deposit in the Federal Reserve bank

To blunt the effort of Radical Republicans plans for Reconstruction

Creating congressional votes for the 13th amendment and Electoral College votes for Lincoln

To block the re-election of Lincoln

Creating congressional votes for the 13th amendment and Electoral College votes for Lincoln

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Mormon settlement was important because -

It established the feasibility of settlement in the region and created trading posts that assisted emigrants

Brought religious freedom to all in the Territory

The group opened the first gold and silver mines that brought settlers to Nevada

Brought law, order, and an incorruptible judiciary to Nevada

It established the feasibility of settlement in the region and created trading posts that assisted emigrants

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The Mexican War was important for Nevada’s future settlement because: -

The United States took control of the region which opened the region to legal settlement

All of the choices are correct

Many service members moved to Las Vegas after being stationed there

Important battles were fought throughout the state

The United States took control of the region which opened the region to legal settlement

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The Paramount Allegiance clause reflects: -

Has been ruled to be unconstitutional by the U.S. Supreme Court

Federal government over-reach concerning state lands

The Civil War environment at which time Nevada became a state

Is patriotic as it requires recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance

The Civil War environment at which time Nevada became a state

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What is a difference between Federal Courts and Nevada Courts concerning juries in civil trials? -

The state legislature appoints juries

Juries are not allowed in civil cases

Nevada only requires a three-fourths majority, not unanimity, for a verdict

There are no differences because Nevada Courts must follow Federal Court rules

Nevada only requires a three-fourths majority, not unanimity, for a verdict

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In what Article of the Nevada Constitution is the Declaration of Rights Found? -

Article 15

Article 10

There is no specific Declaration of Rights in the Nevada Constitution

Article 1

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Adding rights for victims of crime in the Nevada Constitution reflects -

Attacks on individual liberty

Exactly what the Founders intended

Responsiveness to public sentiment

A requirement of Federal funding

Responsiveness to public sentiment

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Because the Nevada Constitution is easier to amend than the U.S Constitution, the Nevada Constitution is more responsive to public opinion -

True

False

True

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Despite concepts of “equal protection”, Native Americans were prohibited into the 1900s from -

Owning firearms

Marrying Whites

All of these answers are correct

Buying alcohol

All of these answers are correct

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As noted in the text, Latino political influence is sometimes limited because -

Latinos are a very recent part of Nevada society and politics

The terms Latino and Hispanic are overly broad and don’t reflect the diversity of cultures and issues facing those in that group

None of these answers are correct

Latinos are now dominant politics given their high voter turnout

The terms Latino and Hispanic are overly broad and don’t reflect the diversity of cultures and issues facing those in that group

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While the Nevada Constitution repeats many of the rights found in the U.S. Constitution, it also -

None of these choices are correct

Removes many of the protections for individuals found in the U.S. Constitution

Expands and clarifies certain rights

Is prohibited from changing or clarifying the application of any right found in the U.S. Constitution

Expands and clarifies certain rights

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The “Paramount Allegiance” clause requires Nevada citizens to: -

Accept State, but not Federal authority, as Paramount

To recite the Pledge of Allegiance in all public schools

To respect the authority of the Courts as Paramount to all others

Give Paramount Allegiance to the Federal government when exercising all their powers

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If Nevada citizens do not give Paramount Allegiance or resist Federal authority, what does the Nevada Constitution authorize? -

A mediation process to determine who is right

The suspension of Federal education aid for not reciting the Pledge of Allegiance

The use of armed force to compel obedience

To fine protestors

The use of armed force to compel obedience

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Voter requirements in Nevada -

Are similar to other states but include a poll tax to aid with election costs

Specifically exclude members of the military

Are very different than those found in other states

Are very similar to those in other states

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Term limits were declared unconstitutional in Nevada -

True

False

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Nevada voters have the option in many races to vote for “none of the above.” What happens if “none of the above” gets the most votes? -

The election is considered void, and the parties must nominate new candidates

The actual candidate with the most votes would still be declared the officeholder

Allows the Governor to select a person to serve in the office

Allows the Legislature to choose a person to serve until a new election is scheduled

The actual candidate with the most votes would still be declared the officeholder

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What is a closed primary? -

Have been deemed unconstitutional

Where only voters who are registered with the political party may vote in that party’s primary election contests.

Are only held at the Presidential midterm

Allows those registered as “non-partisan” to participate

Where only voters who are registered with the political party may vote in that party’s primary election contests.

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Provisions for direct democracy are linked to: - The Progressive Era of American history The New Deal Era of American history None of these are correct Reforms following the Nixon Administration

The Progressive Era of American history

What are the basic qualifications to vote in Nevada? - Be registered to vote Be a state resident for at least 30 days All of these choices are correct Be at least 18 years of age

All of these choices are correct

Recall efforts are nearly always successful and have removed multiple Governors in Nevada - True False

False

Nevada uses which type of primary? - Closed Open Blanket Ranked Choice

Closed

A Recall election allows voters to: - Remove an elected official for most any reason before the end of their term To have memory chips at polling places Propose new legislation bypassing the legislature Is the same thing as impeachment

Remove an elected official for most any reason before the end of their term

An important aspect of the referendum is: - A referendum, if upheld, can only be changed by another vote of the people Applies only to constitutional amendments Must first be approved by the Governor before going to the ballot Must pass in two separate elections

A referendum, if upheld, can only be changed by another vote of the people

What element of legislative structure increases the influence of interest groups in Nevada? - Nevada's change to a full-time legislature in 2010 as it gives lobbyist more time The Legislative Counsel Bureau and Interim Finance Committee The high salaries paid to state legislators makes them dependent on money from lobbyists Being part-time, legislators depend heavily on information regarding the bills pending before them

Being part-time, legislators depend heavily on information regarding the bills pending before them

In terms of campaign support, gaming: - Is not a significant contributor to election campaigns in Nevada Is not particularly effective or involved with elections Almost always favors Republicans Can often shape political fortunes by "freezing out" potential candidates that are seen as threats to the industry

Can often shape political fortunes by "freezing out" potential candidates that are seen as threats to the industry

Gaming is the most dominant interest in contemporary Nevada because: - Most legislators are employed by casinos Rarely gets involved with politics so is seen as an "honest broker" Gaming is a large source of tax revenue and is the state's largest non-governmental employer Face strict and extensive regulations as to how much they can lobby

Gaming is a large source of tax revenue and is the state's largest non-governmental employer

Provision of information, testimony at legislative hearings, and personally presenting arguments are the primary tools used by interest groups thought to be the most effective with legislators - True False

True

In the first 50 years of Nevada politics - Gaming was the dominant interest in the state Was largely free of any interest group influence The legislature was very honest because it was linked to the party of "Honest Abe" Railroad and mining interest groups often bribed officials and bought votes

Railroad and mining interest groups often bribed officials and bought votes

The Nevada State Education Association are often successful promoting their interests - Memberships: They contribute the most direct funding to candidates Unions directly own the state's largest media groups None of these choices are correct As a result of their many volunteer campaign workers and large memberships

As a result of their many volunteer campaign workers and large memberships

Lobbyists - Are representatives of interest groups who seek to persuade decisionmakers Are members of the legislature who filter requests from interest groups All of these choices are correct Are highly regulated in Nevada and cannot work during the legislative session

Are representatives of interest groups who seek to persuade decisionmakers

The "Bank Crowd" - Was the name for the interest group which financed many Las Vegas casinos Was a reform effort designed to bring better business practices to Nevada Were California Banks that owned the most lucrative mines in Nevada Fought the railroads and mines for control of Nevada

Were California Banks that owned the most lucrative mines in Nevada

Interest groups are: - Are not directly covered in the Nevada Constitution Are more regulated in Nevada than any other state Described in great detail in Article 3 of the Nevada Constitution Are regulated mostly by local ordinances

Are not directly covered in the Nevada Constitution

Interest groups - Are not very active in Nevada All of these choices are correct Try to influence the government’s programs and policies. Are the same thing as political parties

Try to influence the government’s programs and policies.

Bills approved by committees - Do not need approval from a full house vote Are rarely rejected by the full house Are often rejected when considered by the full house membership Do not the Governor's approval

Are rarely rejected by the full house

An unrelated amendment to a bill being considered ("riders") are prohibited in Nevada as proposed bills must embrace but one subject - True False

True

The majority leader of the Senate; - Chooses the chairs of each Senate committee Reports to the Legislative Counsel Bureau Committee Is chosen by the Governor Is not particularly important because legislators have ample staff for research

Chooses the chairs of each Senate committee

Legislative rules impose limits of when legislation can be introduced by lawmakers, approved by committees, and voted on each house so that action can be taken in the other. - True False

True

Bills that raise taxes - Do not have to be approved by the Governor Are generally not contentious Must be approved by a 2/3rds vote Are passed frequently because Nevada is a growing state

Must be approved by a 2/3rds vote

There are how many members in the Nevada Legislature (both Houses) - 63 with the Assembly having 42 and the Senate 21 100 with the seats evenly split between the two houses 75 with the Senate holding more than half of the seats It depends on whether Democrats or Republicans control the chambers

63 with the Assembly having 42 and the Senate 21

Special sessions of the legislature - All of these choices are correct Are often called to handle unfinished business from the legislative session Cannot be called to address issues that arise between sessions Are rarely called as the legislature is very efficient getting all business done

Are often called to handle unfinished business from the legislative session

Reapportionment is no longer done by the legislature which makes the process free from conflict in the legislature - True False

False

By law, regular legislative sessions in Nevada - Are limited to 120 calendar days Are limited to four-month sessions every year Are unlimited Can only be called by the Governor

Are limited to 120 calendar days

The 120-day regular session limit has led to: - Greater cooperation between the parties and with the Governor Very few problems getting work done Multiple special sessions None of these choices are correct

Multiple special sessions

The Framers of the Nevada Constitution chose to create a plural executive because - They wanted a more centralized executive branch They were fighting with the territorial governor They wanted the Governor to control all parts of the executive branch None of these choices are correct

None of these choices are correct

The Governor has a key role representing the state - With other Governors and visiting officials To the Federal Government All of these choices are correct

All of these choices are correct

The Attorney General - Does not have to be an attorney Provides legal advice for state agencies All of these choices are correct Represents the state in court

All of these choices are correct

The Controller and Treasurer- Generally work closely given inter-related duties concerning state funds All of these choices are correct Are not mentioned in the State Constitution Were combined into a single office in 1999

Generally work closely given inter-related duties concerning state funds

The Secretary of State - Is responsible for receiving and safekeeping state funds Has a major role overseeing elections and preparing the ballot Is Chair of the Board of Examiners Works for the Governor and schedules his appointments

Has a major role overseeing elections and preparing the ballot

A key reason the Governor has broad appointment power without need of legislative confirmation is that the legislature only meets every other year so they would not be available for hearings. - True False

True

Any time the Governor leaves the state, the Lt. Governor - Can only assume full power if there is an "effective absence" and a critical need for action Must alert the Secretary of State Assumes the office of Governor and can reverse actions the sitting Governor may have made Becomes President of the Senate in place of the Governor

Can only assume full power if there is an "effective absence" and a critical need for action

Which constitutional executive serves as president of the senate? - The Lt. Governor The Governor as "Chief Legislator" None, as that violates separation of powers The Chief Justice of the Nevada Supreme Court

The Lt. Governor

The Board of Examiners - Convers licensing of attorneys Is part of the legislative branch Reviews all pardons granted by the Governor Reviews all claims against the state for money or property

Reviews all claims against the state for money or property

The most important day-to-day duties of the Lt. Governor involve - Efforts relating to tourism, economic development, and serving on the state transportation board. Chairing the Board of Examiners Pardons Overseeing elections

Efforts relating to tourism, economic development, and serving on the state transportation board.

Justices of the Peace do not have to be lawyers except in larger counties - True False

True

Juries are used at which level of the courts? - Must be used at every level of the Court system District Courts Appeals Court Supreme Court

District Courts

In what Article of the Nevada Constitution is the Judicial branch Legislature covered? - One Fifteen Six Ten

Six

The Nevada Supreme Court - Is held in high regard as they are appointed by the Bar Association and not elected Has rarely been controversial None of these choices are correct Generally uses appointed outsiders based on legal experience

None of these choices are correct

It is uncommon for judges, especially at the Supreme and District Court levels, to retire or leave office before the end of their term making vacancy appointments extremely rare. - True False

False

Why was the Intermediate Appeals Court created? - To block decisions made by the increasingly liberal Supreme Court To end judicial corruption by Territorial judges To handle specialized cases concerning veterans, drugs, and mental health issues To assist in handling the increased caseload of the Supreme Court

To assist in handling the increased caseload of the Supreme Court

How many District Courts are currently operating in Nevada? - Eleven Seventeen Ten Nine

Eleven

The Supreme Court is often referred to as the "Court of last resort," because its decisions are final unless a Federal issue is involved. - True False

True

The Nevada Court system and the Federal Court system - None of these choices are correct Are separate entities Are separate as Nevada Courts only handle criminal cases Are related such that cases flow from Nevada to the Federal system

Are separate entities

Justice Courts: - Have limited jurisdiction Hear a lot of traffic infractions All of these choices are correct Are found in every country

All of these choices are correct

Townships in Nevada re not particularly important in Nevada except as legal subdivisions in which justices of the peace are elected. - True False

True

The number of county commissioners and their salaries are under state legislative control, varying by set limits based on the underlying size of the county's population. - True False

True

Schools Districts in Nevada are - Are organized one in each county Have considerable discretion establishing district policies All of these choices are correct Special (one function) districts

All of these choices are correct

Which of these are types of city charters (both need to be correct)? - Legislative rule and executive rule Dillon rule and home rule Exceptional Circumstance and normal General and Special (home rule)

General and Special (home rule)

The power of County Commissions are limited by the independent election of various department heads such as the Sheriff, District Attorney, and County Clerk. This makes such heads more accountable to voters than to the Commission to whom they supposedly report. - True False

True

In what Article of the Nevada Constitution municipal corporations covered? - Ten Eight Five Fifteen

Eight

Local governments are often the providers of direct services such as education, water, police and fire, many roads, and such things as garbage collection and jails. - True False

True

Special Districts - Are very limited in number and cover only a few service areas Are one function governments Are not legal is Nevada given the limits of Dillon's rule Are excluded from using tax revenue

Are one function governments

In 2015 counties were granted what? - Complete autonomy from legislative oversight The abolition of Dillon's rule Appointed commissions Limited home rule

Limited home rule

Article four of the Nevada Constitution states all counties are to be treated uniformly without any exceptions due to the size or populations of the counties - True False

False

Nevada's high sales tax rate, while designed to tap tourists, is also paid by residents which makes the tax - A value added tax Regressive Progressive Equally distributed

Regressive

The text suggests that Nevada's low tax burden - Creates more money so Nevada can provide generous social welfare services Is a myth as Nevada has high income taxes Frequently leads to low levels of service for the state's poor and disabled Supports education funding and especially higher education

Frequently leads to low levels of service for the state's poor and disabled

Direct taxes on mining are a significant contributor of overall state revenue exceeded only by taxes on gaming - True False

False

Earmarked funds - Are a very small percentage of the Nevada budget Are only found at the local level Must be spent for particular purposes Are only attached to Federal funds

Must be spent for particular purposes

What is the largest area of appropriation in the Nevada budget? - Welfare Education Governor's discretionary fund Prisons

Education

The two largest tax revenue sources used in Nevada are? - Mining and liquor taxes Income and property taxes Sales and gaming taxes Marijuana and excise taxes

Sales and gaming taxes

Federal funds in the form of grants - All of these choices are correct Are not important in Nevada as the state constitution prohibits them Are typically restricted for use on designated purposes Are only allowed to support rural areas

Are typically restricted for use on designated purposes

Low tax rates on casino gambling and the prohibition of lotteries - Protects citizens from job losses and gambling addition Reflect the clout gaming exercises in setting budget and tax policies Is done to limit Native American gambling Leads to increased state revenues

Reflect the clout gaming exercises in setting budget and tax policies

Some of the taxes capped or prohibited in Nevada include - All of the choices are correct Income taxes Inheritance taxes Property taxes

All of the choices are correct

Excise taxes - None of the choices are correct Are collected like a sales tax but apply only to specific items Are especially high on mining operations Are not very important in Nevada

Are collected like a sales tax but apply only to specific items

The Mint Act of 1873 - Led to increased mining in the state Was favored by Nevada as it recognized the monetary value of mining Had no particular effect on the state Limited silver coinage and put the nation on the gold standard which hurt Nevada mines

Limited silver coinage and put the nation on the gold standard which hurt Nevada mines

Bowers (textbook author), following Hulse, divides Nevada history into - Before World War II and after Three periods Four periods Six periods

Four periods

Increased two-party competition - Has increased Nevada's national profile as it cannot be easily characterized as a "red" or "blue" state Has led to little change in the success of partisan candidates Doesn't matter given the majority of the population lives in Reno Means that candidate quality no longer matters

Has increased Nevada's national profile as it cannot be easily characterized as a "red" or "blue" state

During the Progressive Era Nevada - Made reforms in reaction to the corruption of powerful interests Adopted three measures of direct democracy Became one of the first states to grant the right to vote for women All of these choices are correct

All of these choices are correct

During the first period identified by Bowers which industries dominated Nevada politics? - Mining, banking, and railroads None of these are correct Gaming and transportation Gaming and high-tech industries

Mining, banking, and railroads

Nevada was able to use the vast wealth generated by its mines to support the building Las Vegas, various public and private universities, libraries, art galleries, and major banking and railroad companies headquartered in the state. - True False

False

Nevada has one of the highest rates of incarceration in the nation and its prisons are often overcrowded due to actions of legislators and judges who need to show they are tough on crime in order to be reelected - True False

True

Bowers identifies what two factors as shaping contemporary Nevada? - Airports and water Federal sending and a decline in gaming due to Native American casinos Managed population growth and mining's return as the state's number one economic activity Rapid population growth and increased two-party competition

Rapid population growth and increased two-party competition

Approximately wat percentage of the state's population resides in Las Vegas and Clark County? - 90 25 50 75

Legalizing gambling and reducing residency requirements for divorce: - Caused the Republican party to grow in reaction to vice Brought many newcomers and their money to the state even if just for a short time Decreased spending on infrastructure Created high crime and a burgeoning prison population

Brought many newcomers and their money to the state even if just for a short time