Which of the following is NOT a right guaranteed by the Eighth Amendment?
a. the right to bail that is not excessive
b. freedom from excessive fines
c. freedom from cruel and unusual punishment
d. the right to a jury trial
e. serious punishments may not be imposed for relatively minor offenses
ANS: D
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Which of the following statements about court of appeals judges is incorrect?
A) They must be at least 35 years of age. B) They must have a minimum of 10 years experience as a lawyer or judge. C) They must have lived in their district five years prior to the election. D) They must be elected from their districts for six-year terms.
Toward the end of British colonial rule, the Muslim League demanded a separate homeland for Muslims
Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
In direct contributions, national party committees give campaign funds to
a. candidates for federal office. b. interest groups. c. local voters. d. political machines. e. state parties.