During the Old System, discussed in the text, most members of Congress

A. hoped to become career legislators.
B. did not serve more than one or two terms.
C. ran for the presidency.
D. enjoyed the power of an activist federal government.
E. All of these are correct.


Answer: B

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Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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