The Term "Gerrymandering" Was Coined Because Governor Elbridge Gerry of Massachusetts

question 47

Multiple Choice

The term "gerrymandering" was coined because Governor Elbridge Gerry of Massachusetts created a new congressional district that on the map appeared to his opponents as resembling a

• A) snake.
• B) ink blot.
• C) new state.
• D) salamander.
• E) crescent moon.

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The degree to which members of a group maintain peaceful and cooperative relationships, often prioritizing collective well-being over individual opinions.

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The shared sense of belonging and collective identity formed by members of a group, influencing their attitudes and behaviors.