Why did Madison and others insist on adopting a system of separation of powers for the United States?
A. to ensure the power of the executive
B. to promote justice
C. to prevent tyranny by any one branch
D. to create gridlock in government
Answer: C
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How many member countries had the EU gained before the UK voted in favour of BREXIT?
a. 31 b. 28 c. 26 d. 15
Answer the following statements true (T) or false (F)
1. Chinese immigrants, who were brought to California to help build the railroads, became the target of racism and were prohibited from holding many kinds of jobs. 2. California was the first state to elect two women to the U.S. Senate. 3. Seventy-five percent of the state legislative seats are held by women. 4. California’s state legislature has a GLBT (Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgender) caucus. 5. Ethnic and immigrant communities no longer have to fight for their share of political and economic power.
The Lok Sabha, the lower house of parliament, is unable to play a significant role in policy-making for all of the following reasons EXCEPT
a. most legislation is introduced by the government. b. most legislators are beholden to their party leaders. c. parties maintain tight discipline. d. parliament's social composition makes this difficult. e. it can only amend bills.
In some cases in which the public interest is aroused, many experts extend the agenda-setting role of the media to agenda __________
a. building b. clarification c. avoidance d. simplification