Question

drag each item on the left to its matching item on the right. note that every item may not have a match, while some items may have more than one match.

items on the left:

• majority rule
• minority rights
• direct democracy

items on the right:

• the u.s. house passes a bill increasing the cost of living adjustment for wounded veterans disability payments.
• ten states have legalized marijuana for adult recreational use through ballot initiatives.
• several lawmakers want to protect the senate filibuster because it allows a single member to hold up legislation unless a supermajority votes for cloture.

Explanation:

Match the House bill passage scenario

The passage of a bill by a legislative body like the U.S. House of Representatives represents a decision made by the greater number of members voting, which aligns with the principle of majority rule.

Match the state ballot initiatives scenario

Ballot initiatives allow citizens to vote directly on laws and policies rather than relying on elected representatives, which is a direct application of direct democracy.

Match the Senate filibuster scenario

The filibuster protects the interests of the political minority by allowing a single member or a small group to delay or block a vote, requiring a supermajority to overcome, which aligns with the protection of minority rights.

Answer:

Scenario	Matching Concept
Ten states have legalized marijuana for adult recreational use through ballot initiatives.	direct democracy
Several lawmakers want to protect the Senate filibuster because it allows a single member to hold up legislation unless a supermajority votes for cloture.	minority rights