In The Federalist No. 10, Madison argued that the system of checks and balances in the new constitution was designed to prevent __________
a. monarchies
b. factions
c. representative government
d. political parties
b
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In Shelby County v. Holder (2013), the Supreme Court ______.
A. invalidated part of the Voting Rights Act of 1965 B. struck down Indiana's voter identification requirements C. rejected provisions of the Motor Voter Act as unconstitutional D. voided sections of the Help America Vote Act
Which of the following is not a leadership role in group dynamics?
a. Commander b. Gap filler c. Trainer d. Observer
When is there little opportunity for private persuasion?
a. while Congress is in session b. while going public c. while legislation is being debated d. when the president’s party in the minority
Suppose you wanted to argue for a more interventionist economic policy by your government. Which of these facts, if true, would best support your case?
a. The fastest-growing businesses in your country are the ones that received subsidies. b. When tariffs were lowered in the past, your country experienced rapid economic growth. c. Government workers in your country earn higher average wages than private-sector workers. d. The inflation rate in your country went down when interest rates on government loans went up.