The "Sophomore Surge" Refers To

question 52

Multiple Choice

The "sophomore surge" refers to:

• A) the fact that many members of Congress lose their re-election campaigns after their second term in office
• B) the tendency for college students to intern with their local members of Congress during the summer between their sophomore and junior years in college
• C) the fact that most members of Congress leave office after only two years in office
• D) the fact that many college sophomores choose to vote in midterm congressional elections but not in presidential elections
• E) the tendency for candidates to win a higher percentage of the vote when seeking future terms in office

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Definitions:

Reproductively Superior

Having genetic or physiological attributes that enhance an organism's ability to reproduce and pass on genes to the next generation.

Multicellular

Consisting of more than one cell, characteristic of most living organisms excluding bacteria and certain algae.

Seed Coat

The protective outer layer of a seed that encloses its embryo and nutrient stores.

Dioecious

Referring to a plant species having male and female reproductive structures on separate individuals.