Describe the significance of Marbury v. Madison

A) The ruling laid precedent for judicial review.
B) The ruling stated that the president is subject to the court's decisions.
C) The ruling decreed that current administrations must honor the appointments of previous administrations.
D) The ruling claimed that federal taxes could not be levied on the states.


Answer: A

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Chinese immigrants will often continue to work in the garment industry despite injustices and illegal business practices. Which of the following is given as a reason for the continued acquiescence of some immigrants to employers’ wrongdoings?

A. The employment of multiple family members compels continued employment. B. The high pay allows immigrants to educate instead of employ their children. C. The perception of business owners as role models encourages compliance. D. The normal eight-hour schedule fits the lifestyle of immigrant families.

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In 1984, Geraldine Ferraro was the Republican candidate for vice president

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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The general intent of the federal corrupt practices acts passed by Congress was to do which of the following?

A. Ensure that business interests were protected in campaign finance laws B. Prevent or limit the possibility of slander against candidates C. Regulate campaign financing D. Simplify the financial information that the media report on candidates E. Restrict the political activities of civil servants

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The Works Progress Administration (WPA) aimed to do all of the following except

a. provide loans and jobs for college students. b. quiet the groundswell of protest produced by Huey Long and Dr. Francis Townsend. c. provide employment on useful projects. d. produce works of art. e. provide handouts to the unemployed.

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