Which of the following is not one of the provisions for criminal defendants listed in the original Constitution?

a. Bills of attainder
b. Ex post facto laws
c. Habeas corpus
d. Miranda rights
e. Trial by jury in criminal cases


ANS: D

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The state denied the benefits because Sherbert refused to work on Saturdays, something forbidden by her faith. What aspect of the Bill of Rights was primarily at issue in this case? a. First Amendment, establishment clause b. First Amendment, free exercise clause c. First Amendment, freedom of speech d. Fourteenth Amendment, free exercise clause e. Fifth Amendment and Fourteenth Amendment, due process clause

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The belief that trade and commerce reduce the likelihood of war is most closely associated with a _________________ perspective on international relations

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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According to the textbook, which of the following has been the major area of concern for the Fed since the mid-1970s?

a. the balance of trade b. the Consumer Price Index c. the unemployment rate d. inflation

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Education policy is primarily under the control of the federal government

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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