In the early years of the Republic, American citizens harbored fears about anew system of government that included a federal executive. What was key to reassuring the public that the president would not become a powerful monarch akin to the British king from whom they had just broken away?
a. Essays were published under the pseudonym Cato assuring citizens that a president could be impeached if necessary.
c. The framers revised the Constitution to include a strong legislative branch of government.
d. The framers held meetings with citizens to answer questions about the Constitution.
Question 2
Which of the following statements best describes how voting works in a closed primary election?
a. You would be able to vote in the Democratic primary only if you were already registered as a Democrat.
b. You would be able to vote in either the Democratic or Republican primary if you were registered as an Independent.
c. You would be able to vote for both Democratic and Republican candidates, with the top two finishers to be placed on the general election ballot.
d. As a registered Republican, you would be able to vote in either the Republican or the Democratic primaries.