Political Concepts Flashcard

Front

Why is understanding geography important for U.S. political districts?

Back

It influences how districts are drawn and represented

Front

What is the relationship between population shifts and political power?

Back

Population shifts can change the distribution of political power

Front

What is the significance of the red color on the map?

Back

It represents the Interior West

Front

What district number is Staten Island in?

Back

District 11

Front

Which district includes the Bronx?

Back

District 3

Front

Which year had approximately 98,495 people per U.S. House representative?

Back

1900

Front

How many people were represented by one U.S. House member in 1950?

Back

193,283

Front

How does the population change in states affect their representation in the House?

Back

It changes with the population

Front

Who approves the numbers determined by the Federal Census Bureau?

Back

The President and Congress

Front

What is the projected change for Ohio in the U.S. House seats?

Back

Lose 1 seat