CHAPTER 3 – LAWMAKING

CRIMINAL LAW - THURGOOD MARSHALL LAW ACADEMY

Ch. 3 (3) Voting (Classwork Grade, 65 points)

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Learning Objective - After reading this section and completing corresponding homework problem, the learner will be able to (TSWBAT) complete with 80% accuracy:

1. define the terms and explain their purpose:

   • initiative,

   • referendum,

   • recall,

2. describe the basic qualifications needed to vote;

3. identify at least three places where a person can get a voter registration form;

4. identify constitutional amendments and laws that made it possible for African Americans, women, Native Americans, and others to vote;

5. develop hypotheses to explain low voter turnout;

6. evaluate the importance of voting and voter turnout in maintaining our system of representative democracy.