Alexander Hamilton argues in The Federalist, No. 78, that __________ is the weakest of the three branches.

a. the legislative branch
b. the judicial branch
c. the executive branch
d. none of the above


b. the judicial branch

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An election with no incumbent running is called __________

a. a toss-up b. party polling c. an open seat d. a referendum

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Today, women comprise approximately __________ of the Senate.

A. one fifth B. one fourth C. one third D. half E. two thirds

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Why do institutional relationships in foreign policy constitute a paradox?

a. While foreign policy sometimes requires the input of a multiplicity of actors, it sometimes calls for an executive decision quickly endorsed by Congress.  b. While many foreign policy issues are deeply complex, others are quite simple and require little consultation or debate.  c. While foreign policy can have a significant impact on history, it does not affect the lives of American citizens to a great extent.  d. While many actors are often involved in the formulation of foreign policy, all formal foreign policy power is in the hands of the president. 

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Which of the following groups of Americans turns out to vote at the lowest rate?

A. Voters with children B. The wealthiest voters C. The oldest voters D. Middle-aged voters E. The youngest voters

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