American Government CLEP Prep Practice Exam

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What is the term for the process of formally accusing a high-level government official of wrongdoing in the United States?

Impeachment.
Ratification.
Filibustering.
Gerrymandering.

The correct answer is: Impeachment.

Impeachment is the correct answer because it specifically refers to the process of bringing formal charges against a high-level government official in the United States. Ratification, on the other hand, refers to the formal approval of a proposed law or amendment by a governing body, and is not specific to government officials. Filibustering is a tactic used to delay or obstruct legislative action, and has nothing to do with accusations of wrongdoing. Gerrymandering is the practice of manipulating the boundaries of electoral districts to benefit a particular political party, and is also not directly related to formal accusations of wrongdoing.