Why is freedom of expression so important to the functioning of a
democracy?
a
it allows the selection from among alternative options.
b
it allows the evaluation of alternative options.
both "a" and "b"
neither "a" nor "b"
answer : both a and b

The separation of powers outlined in the constitution divides the federal government into equally important parts. which of the following are among those branches? (select all that apply.)

In what ways did the compromise of 1850 and the kansas-nebraska act of 1854 differ from the missouri compromise? both compromises used the established 36°30′ parallel to determine if territories would become free or slave states. both compromises used the mason-dixon line to determine if the territories would become free or slave states. both compromises let territories use popular sovereignty to determine if they would become free or slave states. both compromises only granted congress the power to determine if territories would become free or slave states.

The long english tradition of figured prominently in the founding fathers' discussion of the ownership of firearms. a) police squads b) target practice c) aristocratic rifle associations d) militias