Of the following ways that citizens may participate in politics, which does the textbook classify as a passive means of participation?
a. making financial contributions to political candidates
b. acquiring political knowledge
c. attending a political rally
d. running for political office
Answer: b
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In a closed primary, __________
a. voters can declare on Election Day the party primary in which they wish to vote b. only people who have been previously elected to office can cast a ballot c. all candidates run in the same election, regardless of party affiliation d. only voters who have previously declared a party affiliation can cast a ballot
In its most generic sense, __________ refers to the exercise of governmental power under the rule of law with due regard for the rights and interests of individuals
a. eminent domain b. sovereignty c. civil liberty d. due process
______ often object to laws regulating sexual conduct, living arrangements, the private use of drugs—even to laws mandating that motorcycle riders wear helmets
a. Conservatives b. Liberals c. Populists d. Libertarians
The debates between Federalists and Anti-Federalists were primarily about which of the following issues?
a. The representation of large and small states b. The existence of slavery c. The scope of power of central government d. The need to establish a central currency e. The right of people to rebel