The English common law stressed the rights of
free and equal men and was developed on the basis of precedent set by earlier judges, known today as __________.
A) judge-made law B) judicial precedent C) example by trial D) court-generated
Answer: A
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A constitutional right that is so important that government cannot restrict unless it can demonstrate a compelling or overriding public interest is called
a. a constitutional right. b. an international right. c. a fundamental right. d. a states' right. e. case law.
Geography significantly influences foreign policy
Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
The purpose of committee hearings is to
a. influence interest groups. b. make major decisions on policy. c. influence public opinion. d. hear all available information on an issue.
What was the Supreme Court's ruling in the 1973 Roe v. Wade decision?
a) The rights of the fetus grow during the course of the pregnancy and become compelling at the point of viability.b) Abortion is legal in any and all circumstances. c) A state may prohibit abortions only before the point of viability, or when the mother's life is at stake. d) States may consider fetal life the paramount consideration.