What was true of Locke's writing about revolution in his Second Treatise of Government?
a. Locke promoted the notion of nonviolent revolution.
b. Locke put an end to the doctrine of divine right.
c. Locke believed that revolution would lead to political revitalization and social improvement.
d. Locke argued that people should exercise the power of force without right.
e. Locke thought that the new governments resulting from revolutions were always better than the governmentsthey replaced.
Question 2
Which of the following is NOT true about the U.S. judiciary?
a. Despite the steady increase in its power, the judiciary remains structurally weaker than the other branches.
b. The courts, and especially the Supreme Court, have moved steadily to the ideological right.
c. With courts being increasingly involved in contentious national issues, the Senate has taken its confirmation role more seriously and has slowed the confirmation of appointees.
d. The power of the courts ultimately rests with their ability to persuade the citizenry that their procedures are fair and that their judgments are based on the Constitution and law.
e. The courts must rely on Congress to enforce their decisions.
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