Which of the following is a reason for the relatively weak presidency during the 19th century, as compared to the presidency in the 20th century?
A. the smaller size and complexity of the federal government
B. the U.S. government's smaller role in world affairs
C. the sectional nature of the nation's major issues
D. all of these factors: the smaller size and complexity of the federal government; the sectional nature of the nation's major issues; and the U.S. government's smaller role in world affairs
E. None of these answers is correct.
Answer: D
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Which of the following statements about American attitudes toward the scope of government is true?
a. A majority of Americans favor having unlimited government. b. A majority of Americans think that the government should do more rather than do less. c. A majority of Americans think the federal government should be streamlined. d. A majority of Americans never think about the scope of government.
Which of the following electoral rules changed during the Progressive Era of the early 20th century?
a. Faithless electors were no longer removed for their actions. b. States were allotted an equal amount of electors, rather than one based on congressional representation. c. Rather than legislators, state parties were allowed to choose electors. d. All electors became bound and pledged.
Explain the reasons behind the establishment of the federal system after 1787.
What will be an ideal response?
No state can be perfectly strong in all conceivable categories of state strength.
a. True b. False