During the nineteenth century, journalistic style
a. remained very similar to what it was before the Civil War.
b. could not be distinguished among newspapers.
c. had little effect on the public's knowledge of current events.
d. changed significantly.
e. remained focused on sensationalism.
d
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a. patriotic fervor that often exists in democratic societies. b. ability of a leader to increase his or her popularity by declaring war. c. widespread support for a legitimate war. d. policy of nationalism generally found in the developing world.
What type of variable is each example in this study?
1. Alcohol consumption 2. Gender 3. Parental alcohol abuse 4. Fraternity or sorority membership A. Control variable B. Dependent variable C. Unmeasured variable D. Independent variable of interest
Describe the purpose of total control as relates to the image of the state
A) To reveal the state as genuine and open entity B) To excuse the state's invasive and/or violent political measures C) To convey to the citizens a perception of only everyday order D) To convey to visitors a perception of nearly perfect order
Which of the following best describes adjudication?
A) The act of rendering a judicial decision B) The process of formulating new regulations C) The application of technical skills to jobs without taking political issues into consideration D) The formation of alliances among legislators, bureaucrats, and interest groups E) The reporting of gross governmental inefficiency