The prohibition on cruel and unusual punishment comes from which of the following amendments?
a. First
b. Second
c. Fifth
d. Sixth
e. Eighth
e
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Which of the following policy legacies was NOT attributed in the text to the Clinton administration?
a. The placement of global economic policy at the center of American foreign policy b. Initiation of the Six-Party Talks among the United States, North Korea, South Korea, Japan, China, and Russia c. Stabilization of the relationship between the United States and its principal alliance partners, such as NATO d. The granting of permanent normal trading relations (PNTR) to China e. Taking a leadership role in conflict resolution across the globe
The emergence of a strong upper class is perceived as an important factor conducive to the growth of democracy
Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
Which of the following best describes the use of "power of the pen" to arouse support for the patriot cause throughout the American Revolution?
A.) taking sides in an internal conflict was a new role for the press B.) using the "power of the pen" was a concept that originated wit the pilgrims C.) advocating for one side of a conflict was a tradition brought over from England D.) such use of media power has never again been seen in American society
Preclearance is the process of
A) ?obtaining the approval of Congress before passing state laws. B) ?seeking advance rulings on constitutionality of legislation from the supreme court. C) ?asking the governor to sign off on a proposed law before introducing it. D) ?submitting redistricting plans to the Justice Department for approval. E) ?providing citizens with advance notice of the effect of newly-passed laws.