Which of the following interests is most prevalent in state politics?
A. environmental
B. social
C. economic
D. educational
ANSWER: C
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Why did diverse groups come together in the New Deal coalition?
A. Some supported Roosevelt's policies on economics and social welfare, while others remained part of the Democratic coalition out of tradition. B. Some supported rolling back economic regulations that would foster economic growth, and others joined because of Roosevelt's willingness to fight totalitarian forces. C. Some favored policies that would create silver as alternative source of money to gold, while others supported Roosevelt for religious reasons. D. Some favored policies that would commit the federal government to owning the means of production, and others joined to promote the adoption of state-sponsored religion.
Which ancient Greek philosopher believed that collective judgments were more likely to be wise and sound than the judgments of a few
a. Aristotle b. Cicero c. Horace d. Seneca
In the context of the rights of criminal defendants, the Fifth Amendment:
A. provides that no warrant for a search or an arrest be issued without probable cause. B. guarantees a speedy trial, a trial by jury, a public trial, and the right to confront witnesses. C. includes the constitutional protection against self-incrimination. D. offers protection from unreasonable searches and seizures. E. provides that a person can be required to testify against himself or herself.
The idea that governments draw legitimacy and power from the governed is referred to as which of the following?
a. majority rule b. direct democracy c. capitalism d. popular consent