Why was the spoils system ultimately discontinued?
a. due to growing concerns about a poorly functioning federal bureaucracy
b. due to public pressure to shrink the size of the federal bureaucracy
c. due to a Supreme Court decision ruling the spoils system unconstitutional
d. due to the diversification of the federal bureaucracy following the Civil War
a
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Shays's Rebellion indicated the urgent need for
a. stronger judiciary to ensure equality. b. stronger national government to preserve order and protect property. c. weaker national government to preserve liberty. d. weaker executive to enhance application of order. e. stronger state governments to preserve liberty and autonomy.
How did Marshall’s reasoning in Marbury v. Madison affect the balance of power between the Court and Congress?
a. Through a clear and powerful interpretation of the Constitution, Marshall demonstrated that the Framers intended that the Court exercise judicial review. b. His opinion highlighted the critical role that presidents play in making appointments and ensuring that the President had sufficient staff to choose qualified individuals. c. He argued that the Constitution was superior to ordinary laws, and therefore, any legislative acts contrary to the Constitution is not law. d. Exploiting the political divisions in the country, Marshall fashioned an opinion that appealed to everyone and demonstrated that the Court was the only nonpolitical actor.
Politically, reporters and journalists for national news organizations tend to be more __________ than the average American
a. verbose b. patriotic c. liberal d. conservative
Texas has approximately ____________ local government units.
a. 7000 b. 2500 c. 5000 d. 1500