The Pendleton Act of 1883 established the first merit system in the state of Massachusetts
a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
False
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What is nonviolent direct action (also known as civil disobedience)? Who championed this technique for advancing civil rights in the United States? Give an example of nonviolent direct action, and describe how it was used during the civil rights
movement. How successful were these techniques? How well would these techniques transfer to current efforts to expand civil rights for gays and lesbians? What will be an ideal response?
Democracy relies on the consent of the governed in a _________________ democracy
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Which of the following BEST describes Nigeria's labor unions?
a. Although ethnic, regional, and religious differences have hampered their solidarity, they have served as an important challenge to the government and a potent force in society. b. They are extremely corrupt and have colluded with the federal government for rents. c. Due to a history of state corporatism, they have been co-opted by the government and fail to act independently. d. They have never been a significant force in Nigeria. e. Because they are highly fragmented along ethnic, regional and religious differences, their political impact has been minimal.
Which of the following suggests that poverty rates among children have risen because the government has not maintained an adequate level of governmental assistance?
A) Conservative theory B) Liberal theory C) Blame avoidance D) Externalities E) The Republican agenda