When a Person Votes for Only Candidates from One Party

question 70

Multiple Choice

When a person votes for only candidates from one party, they are engaging in

• A) straight-ticket voting.
• B) ticket-splitting.
• C) retrospective voting.
• D) All of these choices are true.

Distinguish between the roles and jurisdictions of various courts within the U.S. legal system, including state, federal, and appellate courts.

Recognize the constitutional bases for judicial jurisdiction, including federal question jurisdiction and diversity jurisdiction.

Describe the exclusive and concurrent jurisdiction of state and federal courts over certain types of cases.

Identify the criteria for cases to be heard by appellate courts and understand the doctrine of standing.

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Definitions:

Zygote

The initial cell formed when a sperm cell fertilizes an egg cell, representing the earliest stage of human development.

Prematurely

Occurring or developing earlier than expected or before the usual time.

Down Syndrome

A chromosomally transmitted form of intellectual disability, caused by the presence of an extra copy of chromosome 21.

Tay-Sachs Disease

A rare, genetic disorder that destroys nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord, leading to a decline in physical and mental abilities.