Who introduced a set of twelve proposals to the First Congress from which the eventual Bill of Rights would be ratified?

A. Hamilton
B. Jefferson
C. Washington
D. Adams
E. Madison


Answer: E

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A supporter of equality of opportunity as a way of redressing past civil rights inequities would be most likely to advocate

A. color-blind administration of the laws. B. preferential treatment for blacks. C. comparable-worth pay scales. D. busing for racial integration of schools. E. affirmative action.

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A) lobby B) declare an allegiance to a particular party C) register to vote in person D) caucus

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A) ?is much less protective of speech than the clear and present danger doctrine. B) ?requires government to show that speech is directed at inciting or producing an illegal action. C) ?requires government to show only that a negative consequence is possible as a result of the speech. D) requires government to allow all forms of speech. E) would result in more speakers jailed for sedition than in the previous half century.

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