The three basic types of authoritarian regime outlined in the textbook include all of the following EXCEPT:

Drawing districts that divide and dilute a strong minority, in effect denying it the power to elect a representative, is known as _________

A. splintering B. packing C. pairing D. consolidating

Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)

1. Unorthodox lawmaking has become increasingly rarely used, particularly with regard to major legislation. 2. The first stage of the legislative process is the assignment of a bill to a committee and/or subcommittee for consideration. 3. Most House rules are found in the Constitution. 4. Only a vote of 3/5 of senators, called cloture, can end a filibuster.