Although early studies of American public opinion and voting found low information levels, they also found that Americans were pretty good at
A) working the system to get the policies that they desired.
B) contacting candidates on a regular basis.
C) discussing complex political issues.
D) employing cues to select policies, parties, and candidates that most nearly reflected their values and interests.
E) explaining the workings of government and major currents in law.
D
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Many states will bridge the gap between floating and fixed exchange rates by periodically intervening in the currency markets, usually to promote stability. This type of intervention is called a(n) __________
A) interventionist system B) periodic-float system C) primary-float system D) managed-float system
American exceptionalism is the idea that the United States
a. is fundamentally different from other nations, and that it places higher value on morality in its foreign relations. b. takes exception to forms of government that are different from its own. c. possesses an above-average military. d. is an idealistic “city on a hill” to which immigrants flock. e. enjoys greater freedoms and liberties than any other nation.
Unlike common law, civil law relies predominately on ______.
A. written law B. religious doctrine C. judicial review D. case law
Which of the following is true of interest groups?
A. They are usually disorganized and chaotic. B. They consist of a group of people sharing diverse interests. C. Their influence on the government is limited to the use of direct methods. D. They pursue their goals in every branch of government. E. Their influence on the government is limited to the use of indirect methods.