The "Sophomore Surge" Refers to the

question 8

Multiple Choice

The "sophomore surge" refers to the

• A)fact that many members of Congress lose their reelection campaigns after their second term in office.
• B)tendency for college students to intern with their local members of Congress during the summer between their sophomore and junior years in college.
• C)fact that most members of Congress leave office after serving only two years.
• D)tendency for candidates to win a higher percentage of the vote when seeking future terms in office.

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