The landmark Supreme Court decision United States v. Heller ruled that
a. there is no individual right to buy or own firearms.
b. state and local governments could not ban all handguns.
c. state and local governments cannot regulate firearm ownership.
d. Individuals may own firearms, but only if they are part of a state militia.
b. state and local governments could not ban all handguns.
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Which of the following best characterizes the official diplomatic relationship between the U.S. and China relationship between 1949 and 1972?
a. openly hostile b. closely cooperative c. loosely coordinated d. nonexistent
Article III of the Constitution establishes a __________ and defines its jurisdiction
Fill in the blanks with correct word
Which of the following was NOT an aspect of Robespierre's revolutionary vision?
a. The creation of a "new citizen" b. The "despotism of liberty" c. Compassion for the poor d. A regime of virtue e. Individual freedom
Because the Supreme Court regards itself as responsible for establishing general principles and an overall framework, it
A) avoids direct constitutional interpretation. B) engages in detailed resolution of all cases. C) leaves very little legal responsibility in the hands of the lower courts. D) seldom becomes involved in the detailed resolution of particular cases. E) determines the best way of implementing all decisions.