In striking down the Defense of Marriage Act, the Supreme Court ruled that __________
a. the federal government is responsible for defining marriage
b. states are responsible for defining marriage
c. marriage is defined as a union between one man and one woman
d. same-sex marriage is a fundamental right
Answer: b
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What amendments were passed following the Civil War and how did they affect the civil rights of African Americans?
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A. the legislature has two hundred members. B. the legislature has two chambers. C. the legislature has two committees. D. the legislature has two political parties.
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A. USA Freedom Act B. USA Privacy Act C. Mayflower Compact D. Bill of Rights