Why is the United States considered to have a federal system?
a. Each state has equal representation in the U.S. Senate.
b. It contains national and state governments.
c. It is a representative democracy.
d. Power is centralized within the federal government.
e. The president is elected by the Electoral College.
b
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Some shops in Sunset Park operate under a framework of status hierarchy. What is a primary difference between the experiences of Cantonese and non-Cantonese workers employed at the same shop?
A. Cantonese workers receive less hours and lower piece rates than non-Cantonese workers. B. Cantonese workers receive regular hours and higher piece rates than non-Cantonese workers. C. Cantonese workers are denied union benefits while non-Cantonese workers are registered as union employees. D. Cantonese workers receive more frequent promotions and bonuses than non-Cantonese workers.
Party government theory argues that
a. the extent to which the rules of an institution allow the majority party to control the institution's actions drives the political outcomes emanating from the institution. b. party unity is based largely on individual party members' preferences. c. presidential systems encourage political conflicts without providing the means to resolve them. d. some features of presidential systems can enhance political stability compared to certain parliamentary approaches. e. party discipline is higher in parliamentary systems than in presidential systems.
Which of the following was a reason Tony Blair lost popularity in his second term?
a. Sex scandals involving Downing Street interns b. His opposition to EU integration c. Opposition among the British public to participation in the Iraq War d. A severe economic downturn caused by a drying up of credit e. Inability to answer question during prime minister's question time effectively
Which of the following officials is the state's chief election officer?
a) attorney general b) lieutenant governor c) secretary of state d) comptroller e) speaker of the house