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14. The Framers of the U.S. Constitution set up a _____________.
A. pure democracy
B. republic
C. dictatorship
15. Are most citizens educated about current events?
A. Yes
B. No
16. Short answer: How does the public influence elected officials?

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14. B. republic

15. B. No

16. Short answer: The public influences elected officials by voting and choosing who holds office; contacting them directly (calls, letters, emails, meetings, town halls); signing petitions and protesting; joining or supporting interest groups and PACs; donating to or campaigning for candidates; shaping public opinion through media and social media; and participating in public hearings and polls — all of which create political pressure that affects officials’ decisions and re-election chances.