Growth in the high-technology sector has been a salvation for many rural states
Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
Answer: False
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Topics in American Government: Civil RightsClick on the above link to access the Interactive eBook. Once you've signed in, scroll to page 139 and watch the video. When you've finished watching the video, come back to the test and answer the following questions:Historically, civil rights have primarily been protected by ______.
A. being enumerated in the Constitution and Bill of Rights B. the 2nd Amendment C. Supreme Court decisions D. the actions of citizens and all branches of government
The rights of POWs, including the conditions of their imprisonment, the extent to which they may be interrogated, and processes to be used when prosecuting war crimes are outline in the
a. First Geneva Convention. c. Third Geneva Convention. b. Second Geneva Convention. d. Fourth Geneva Convention.
The Supreme Court has gained increased power by
a. overruling state laws inimical with the Bill of Rights through incorporation. b. frequently ruling policies created in the states conflict with the enumerated powers of Congress. c. protecting unilateral presidential action allowing the President to determine which agencies should receive grants. d. serving as an impartial referee when resolving disputes between the states and the national government.
Which piece of legislation was passed to reform the civil service by requiring that government jobs be filled based on qualifications rather than political connections?
a. Pendleton Act b. Emancipation Proclamation c. Stamp Act d. McCain/Feingold Act