SELECTED DISTRICTS IN THE UNITED STATES HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

The graphs show information about selected congressional districts in the United States. Most states have multiple seats in the House of Representatives, but some states are allotted only one representative.

A. Identify ONE difference in the scale of analysis among the districts shown in the graphs.

B. Using the data shown in the graphs, identify ONE urban district.

C. Using the data shown in the graphs, explain how the relationship between area and population density affects the size of districts.

D. Describe ONE way in which the process of redistricting can be manipulated for political gain.

E. Explain ONE challenge a representative might face in connecting with rural constituents as compared with constituents in urban areas.

F. Describe the concept of a centripetal force within a political entity.

G. Using the data shown in the graphs, explain how popular representation in a legislature is an important centripetal force for federal states.