After the collapse of the Soviet Union, liberals argued thatÂ
A. we should increase spending on social programs.
B. there should be cuts in weapons procurements.
C. we should decrease the number of military personnel.
D. there should be sharp cuts in defense spending overall.
E. All of these are correct.
Answer: E
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In which way do modern presidents differ from the original intentions of the Framers of the Constitution?
a. Modern presidents are considerably less democratic than the Framers originally intended. b. Modern presidents are much more influential in the legislative process than the Framers originally intended. c. Modern presidents are much less partisan than the Framers originally intended. d. Modern presidents are more subservient to the will of Congress than the Framers originally intended.
What alternative to an individual executive did the framers of the American Constitution consider and reject because of the need to act and react quickly in the arena of foreign affairs?
a. an American monarchy b. a British-style monarchy c. an executive council d. a parliamentary system e. None of the above
The ____________________ is the final interpreter of all matters involving the Constitution
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
The founders adopted a federal political system ______.
A. because they hoped King George III would approve such an arrangement B. because they were inspired by the writings of John Locke, who advocated such an arrangement C. because a division of sovereignty between a central government and regional governments is a basic principle of democracy D. as a compromise between those who wanted a strong central government and those who wanted to retain strong state governments