Discuss the drafting and ratification of the Constitution. Which disagreements had to be overcome before the Constitution could reach its final form? What compromises were implemented to address those disagreements? Why did so many Americans oppose the Constitution when it was first presented to them? What steps did the Federalists take to allay or evade their concerns?
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a. lower the voting age to 18. b. raise the driving age to 16. c. establish regular driving tests for motorists over 65. d. raise the drinking age to 21.
How many district courts are there?
a. 13 b. 25 c. 66 d. 94 e. 105
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a. the need for British permission for Indian legislation. b. government control of economic activity through the granting of permits. c. the continuing bias in favor of popularly permitted government programs. d. frequent referenda on government policies. e. the "empire" of huge companies that dominate the Indian economy.
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a. national supremacy b. state supremacy c. Supreme Court supremacy d. military authority e. states’ rights