In comparing the Declaration of Independence to the U.S. Constitution, the authors of the Declaration felt the need to ______, while the framers of the Constitution sought to ______.

a. change the structure of existing government; declare American independence to the world
b. outline a blueprint for government; persuade colonists to support separation
c. announce and justify their separation from Great Britain; create a new nation
d. create an organized and structured national government; reinforce the power of state governments


c. announce and justify their separation from Great Britain; create a new nation

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In the term "responsible government" the word "responsible" suggests that

A. the government can be voted out of office by the public. B. the government is subject to judicial review. C. the government is immune from prosecution. D. the government can deliver on its promises.

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The due process clause of the Fourteenth Amendment has served as the basis for the Supreme Court to protect the rights of individuals against the police power of the state in a broad spectrum of cases

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Prior to creation of our current constitutional structure in the 1770s, the thirteen colonial governments

a. were recognized as independent, sovereign entities by other world powers. b. mirrored those of England during the same period. c. had governors who were elected by the qualified voters. d. were completely subordinate to a powerful central government. e. did not exist.

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What are front matter and back matter and how do they differ from journal articles to applied research reports.

What will be an ideal response?

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