Explain George Kennan's comparison of American democracy to a "pea-brained dinosaur sitting contentedly in a swamp of unmindful threats."
A) He rests still for the moment, but may attack any opponent at any time and should not be disturbed. B) Despite the appearance of contentedness, he as actually quite violent. C) Threats surround him but he exists in ignorance to them. D) Once harmed by an adversary, he erupts into a violent rage that destroys the foe and wrecks his own habitat.
Answer: D
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A. the Federalists had "retired into the judiciary as a strong hold" B. those appointed to the federal bench by Adams were too old and viewed the job as a retirement of sorts C. he wanted to bring criminal charges against some of the men appointed to the judiciary by Adams but could not because of judicial immunity D. the judicial branch had exerted an unconstitutional independence
Explain the advantages of federalism for diversity in public policies among the states
What will be an ideal response?
Supporters of affirmative action believe that
a. we should be a color-blind society. b. we should take race into consideration for admission to university. c. the Fourteenth Amendment requires only equality of opportunity. d. there is no remedy for past discrimination.
In recent years, Texas's poverty rate has been
A) 1-2 percent of the population. B) 15-23 percent of the population. C) 40-56 percent of the population. D) 65-81 percent of the population.