Among recent vice presidents, which of the following is best known for having received more powers from the president?
A. Gerald Ford
B. Harry Truman
C. Dick Cheney
D. Joe Biden
Answer: C
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Pluralism is defined as _______________________
a. A system of government where many groups compete and bargain to determine public policy b. A system of government where many groups work together to promote mutual interests c. A system of government that helps elites manipulate the masses d. Many interest groups vying for control of the government.
Parliamentary governments most closely fit the _________ model of democracy.
A. pluralist B. pure C. direct D. separation-of-powers E. majoritarian
What is one of the reasons the Whig model of presidential powers began to erode by the end of the nineteenth century?
a. Changes in foreign and domestic affairs led to calls for strong executive leadership. b. The United States was not yet a central player in world affairs. c. Presidents believed they should not be the center of government. d. Citizens began to fear that presidents were becoming too powerful.
According to the study discussed in the text, in which of the following countries do people ages 18 and older have the highest level of trust in government?
A. Italy B. United States C. France D. Germany E. India