The prevailing constitutional theory is that the relationship of the state to its local governments is best described as a __________ system.

A. confederation
B. federalist
C. unitary
D. populist


Answer: C

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In recent scholarship, some ethnic pluralists and opponents of the melting pot argue that ______________.

A. whites do not have access to the benefits of the melting pot B. assimilation theory provides the best perspective for understanding American ethnicity C. the melting pot is beneficial only for whites D. it is imperative that people of color assimilate into mainstream America

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What is the purpose of a discharge petition?

a. to force a vote on a House bill that is otherwise stuck in committee b. to force a vote on a Senate bill that is being delayed by a filibuster c. to force a vote on a House or Senate bill that is favored by a minority d. to force Congress to remain in session until the calendar has been fully discharged

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Candidates for a position as judge traditionally avoid running campaigns based on issues, although the First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution allows them to take positions while they are campaigning

Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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What are the differences between a "temporary government" and a "permanent government?"

A) Elected officials make up the "temporary government" while civil service make up the "permanent government." B) Civil service makes up the "temporary government" while elected officials make up the "permanent government." C) The "temporary government" is another name for bureaucracy while "permanent government" refers to civil service. D) The "temporary government" refers to civil service while the "permanent government" is another name for bureaucracy

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