Why is the United States considered a representative democracy?
What will be an ideal response?
Members of Congress and state legislators vote on our laws.
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The Monroe Doctrine stated that
A. the United States would not accept any new European intervention in the western hemisphere and the United States would not meddle in European affairs. B. the United States had the authority to intervene in the affairs of European nations if American interests were at stake. C. the United States would take action against the Barbary pirates in order to protect American lives and commerce. D. the United States would not wait to be attacked, but rather would take pre-emptive action against clear and present dangers. E. the United States would only conduct business with other nations by employing treaties.
The era of 1968 to 1974 is often referred to as the era of
A. good feelings. B. the economic miracle. C. disestablishment. D. disillusionment.
The media tend to cover political campaigns as
A) evenly as possible. D) horse races. B) accurately as they can. E) enlightened professionals. C) issue-oriented contests.
Which of the following legal disputes is an example of a civil case?
a) A man sues his ex-wife over the custody of their child. b) A woman is accused of stealing an item valued less than $100. c) A man is accused of driving the wrong way on a one-way street. d) A teen is convicted of loitering. e) A woman is charged with driving under the influence of drugs.