How is democracy defined?
a. all people must be involved in politics and policy making
b. government by the people
c. the fragmentation of powers
d. government by the few
Answer: b
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_____ in his Farewell Address said thatthe "spirit of party . . . agitates the community with ill-founded jealousies and false alarms, kindles the animosity of one part against another, foments occasionally riot and insurrection."
A. George Washington B. John Adams C. Thomas Jefferson D. Andrew Jackson E. Daniel Webster
In the historical "mixed system" of nominating presidential candidates, presidential candidates generally began active campaigning
A) three years before the general election. B) early in the election year itself. C) only after the nomination was formalized at the national convention. D) three to four weeks before the general election. E) within just a few weeks of the election.
Which of the following statements about gay rights is LEAST accurate?
A. Homosexuals are usually better educated and wealthier than other minority groups. B. The American public has shown its support for gay marriage by approving referenda in most states establishing legal recognition of such unions. C. For a time, homosexuals were not allowed to work in the federal government or immigrate to the United States. D. The modern gay rights movement began with a police raid on gay bar in 1969. E. A majority of Americans disagree with the statement that society should discourage homosexuality.
Which of the following has most effectively threatened human security in powerful states during the twenty-first century?
a. cyber-crime b. nuclear weapons c. terrorism d. espionage