Which of the following statements best describes contemporary relationships between presidents and Congress?
a. They are always passive, with Congress dominating the executive branch.
b. They are consensual in times of economic growth.
c. They are generally antagonistic.
d. They are generally hostile during periods of unified government.
Answer: c
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a. 10 percent b. 25 percent c. 50 percent d. 90 percent
As of 2006, members of the House and Senate received salaries of $250,000 a year
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
The term dual society refers to a
a. society and economy that are sharply divided into a modern, usually richer, and a traditional, usually poorer, sector. b. modern economy versus a traditional society. c. religious and a secular society existing side by side. d. society divided roughly equally between two ethnic groups. e. country in which all citizens have dual citizenship.
Which of the following statements about Congress today is LEAST accurate?
A. Whereas committee seats were traditionally awarded based on merit, incumbents have managed to impose a strict seniority system on these appointments. B. Party leaders today are more important in the legislative process than 30 years ago. C. The number of women and ethnic minorities in Congress increased during the second half of the twentieth century. D. For several decades after 1937, Southern Democrats were able to prevent progressive legislation from being passed in Congress. E. Partisan divisions have become more virulent within Congress.