What type of jury privately hears evidence presented by the government to determine whether persons should be required to stand trial?
a. petit
b. private
c. secret
d. grand
Answer: d
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Picketing is an example of the right to __________
Fill in the blank with the right word.
A short-term element of power includes the __________.
A. reputation of a state for keeping its word B. ability of a state to shape other states' perceptions C. capacity of a state to produce weapons quickly D. strength of a state's scientific and technological base
All of the following statements regarding the Articles of Confederation of 1781 are true EXCEPT:
a. They created a national government that was largely devoid of power, while retaining most of the power in the states. b. They were intended to pacify those who feared the power of a remote national government. c. They set forth the country's name, "The United States of America." d. They allowed for the extradition of fugitives from one state to another for the purpose of facing criminal trial. e. They established a bicameral legislature, with each state having two votes.
According to the text, the current process of political socialization in the United States trains us to support and obey the existing political system
a. true b. false