Introduction to AP Government & Politics

Which of the following illustrates an economic policy most likely supported by an ideologically liberal individual?

Congress increasing the minimum wage

Despite concerns raised by her constituents, a member of the House of Representatives votes in favor of a bill, believing that in the long term it is in the best interest of her constituents. This is an example of which of the following models of representation?

Trustee

Which of the following best describes the holding in Baker v. Carr (1961)?

Unequal representation of citizens in legislative districts is unconstitutional and may be reviewed by the courts.

According to the United States Constitution, all revenue bills must

originate in the House of Representatives

Which of the following Supreme Court cases is most related to the topic in the cartoon?

Citizens United v. Federal Elections Commission (2010)

Which of the following powers allows both the federal and state governments to make policies involving taxation?

Concurrent powers

Which of the following is an accurate comparison of the arguments made in The Federalist 10 and Brutus 1?

Factions are most dangerous at the local level. Small republics are best for stable governments

In which of the following ways could the president try to limit the impact of a Supreme Court decision?

Instructing the Department of Justice to not enforce a provision of the decision

Which of the following is the best interpretation of the political cartoon?

Members of Congress receive political contributions from many special interest groups.

Which of the following arguments best supports a claim that the electoral college violates democratic principles?

Smaller states are disproportionately advantaged by the two additional electoral votes granted to each state for its senators.