The Framers' intent was to use the principles of separation of powers and checks and balances to prevent the abuse of power and the intrusion by government on individual liberty. Which of the following is one of the unintended consequences of these policies?
a. superior efficiency in American government
b. inefficiency in American government
c. a lack of diversity in American government
d. increased diversity in American government
b
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A government decree that a person is guilty of a crime that carries the death penalty, rendered without benefit of a trial, is known as __________
a. an ex post facto law b. a habeas corpus violation c. a bill of attainder d. double jeopardy
The efforts of civil rights leaders demonstrate a belief that American politics is not only about self-interest, but also about
a. amassing a large federal reserve. b. its international image. c. morality and the common good. d. politicians’ concern for reelection. e. restoring the principles of the Articles of Confederation.
Which of the following is NOT true about the U.S. judiciary?
a. Despite the steady increase in its power, the judiciary remains structurally weaker than the other branches. b. The courts, and especially the Supreme Court, have moved steadily to the ideological right. c. With courts being increasingly involved in contentious national issues, the Senate has taken its confirmation role more seriously and has slowed the confirmation of appointees. d. The power of the courts ultimately rests with their ability to persuade the citizenry that their procedures are fair and that their judgments are based on the Constitution and law. e. The courts must rely on Congress to enforce their decisions.
The reason governments impose sanctions even when they know they are unlikely to work is that sanctions ______.
a. send a message about the sanctioning country’s positions and priorities b. often help to boost the sanctioning country’s economy c. weaken the other country in preparation for war d. help distract attention from similar violations by the sanctioning country