The 2008 election was unusual because
a. it produced an evenly divided Senate for the first time in a century.
b. the same party won not only the presidency but also majority control in both the House of Representatives and the Senate.
c. it was the first time a non-Christian won the presidency.
d. an independent candidate won the presidency for the first time.
e. one party won the presidency and Senate, while the other won the House of Representatives.
b
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What will be an ideal response?
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A. born in the United States to immigrant parents. B. admitted to the United States as a permanent resident C. eligible to apply for temporary resident status under 1986 law. D. a tourist or student from another country.
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A) ?contribute to the activities of the group. B) ?see the group as influential. C) ?make a financial contribution. D) ?decide to be free riders. E) ?question the sincerity of commitment to the stated goals of the group of its leaders.
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false