Which of the following is NOT true about the Electoral College?
a. Except for Maine and Nebraska, the states appoint their members of the Electoral College on a "winner-take-all" basis.
b. A presidential candidate needs 270 electoral votes to win office outright.
c. If no candidate receives a majority in the Electoral College, the election is decided by a majority vote in the House of Representatives, with each state delegation casting one vote.
d. The Electoral College reinforces federalism by weakening the smaller states.
e. All electors are now pledged to one party's candidate at the time of elections.
D
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A. all citizens may engage in religious activities of their choice B. the federal government will not support an official state church C. no religious test for holding federal office can be imposed D. religious groups can compel public schools to teach their precepts
The phrase "power of the purse" refers to which of the following?
a. Control of money b. Control of the military c. Authority to regulate trade d. Control of manufacturing
Presidents have more autonomy to act in foreign affairs than domestic affairs
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
What is NOT true of staff members?
A. They vote on bills when the legislators are absent. B. They handle the work that lawmakers would not be able to do alone, including constituency communication and casework, and meeting with the many special interest groups and lobbyists that want to discuss pending legislation. C. They help run the offices in the district and Capitol. D. They write bills, research legislation, write bill analyses, and make recommendations about how to vote.