Politics of the United States Questions
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One way that bureaucrats avoid partisan pressure that might affect the way they do their job is by working within
Which of your choices is NOT a power given to Congress?
Which of the following roles of the president means he or she is the leader of America's foreign policy?
England had a great deal of influence over the United States when it comes to government rule of law. What document did King John sign in 1215 that took absolute power away from the monarchy and allowed the right to trial by jury?
Popular sovereignty states that the source of governmental power lies with the people. This belief stems from the concept of the social contract and the idea that government should be for the benefit of its citizens.
Which system of government is governed by religious leaders?
In 1787, a Constitutional Convention took place in what city?
In his "Second Treatise of Government", John Locke identified the basis of a legitimate government. According to him, a ruler gains authority through the consent of the governed. The duty of that government is to protect the natural rights of the people, which he believed to include life, liberty, and property. This idea deeply influenced ___ as he drafted the ___.
The Articles of Confederation required a super majority to pass laws. How many representatives would make up a Super Majority?
How many representatives did each state have under the Articles of Confederation?
Unlike England, which is a constitutional monarchy, Saudi Arabia is an example of WHAT type of government where the leader is not subjected to a constitution and has ultimate say over everything?
What proportion of federal jobs are currently protected by civil service regulations?
Which of the following dates shows the correct dates for a federal fiscal year?
Each state receives 2 electoral college votes.
Which of the following is not a normal step for a bill to become a law.
James Madison defends the concept of checks and balances in Federalist #51.
The state of California has a three tier state court system.
The Food and Drug Administration is a division of which executive department?
Which of the following is/are problems with the Electoral College?
Which of the following factors help explain why it is difficult to oust incumbents?