Question

5. Based on the context of the paragraph, a _________ is the group of people in a specific area who are represented by an elected official.
A. interest group
B. Political party
C. constituency
D. public opinion
6. According to the above, why do legislators prefer some committees assignment more than others?
A. Less work for more pay
B. More pay and longer terms mean more power.
C. Access to the President
D. More media leads to better name recognition and increases chances of reelection.

Answer 1

5. C. constituency — a constituency is the group of people in a specific area represented by an elected official.

6. D. More media leads to better name recognition and increases chances of reelection — legislators favor committee assignments that raise their visibility and help their reelection prospects.