This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer

Author Question: Modern-day mayors and governors have been stripped of their patronage power. What is patronage? ... (Read 49 times)

joblessjake

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 555
Modern-day mayors and governors have been stripped of their patronage power. What is patronage?
 
  a. Campaigning in sections of town where you know you have supporters.
  b. The ability of elected officials to appoint political supporters to government jobs.
  c. Having to take a test in order to get a government job.
  d. A corrupt method of awarding government contracts.

Question 2

The law passed under George W. Bush, which compelled states to improve student performance and deal with low performing schools was
 
  a. the National Defense Education Act.
  b. the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.
  c. the No Child Left Behind Act.
  d. the Elementary and Secondary Education Act.



Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

jlaineee

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 380
Answer to Question 1

b

Answer to Question 2

c





 

Did you know?

Medication errors are three times higher among children and infants than with adults.

Did you know?

Acetaminophen (Tylenol) in overdose can seriously damage the liver. It should never be taken by people who use alcohol heavily; it can result in severe liver damage and even a condition requiring a liver transplant.

Did you know?

When blood is deoxygenated and flowing back to the heart through the veins, it is dark reddish-blue in color. Blood in the arteries that is oxygenated and flowing out to the body is bright red. Whereas arterial blood comes out in spurts, venous blood flows.

Did you know?

Looking at the sun may not only cause headache and distort your vision temporarily, but it can also cause permanent eye damage. Any exposure to sunlight adds to the cumulative effects of ultraviolet (UV) radiation on your eyes. UV exposure has been linked to eye disorders such as macular degeneration, solar retinitis, and corneal dystrophies.

Did you know?

If you could remove all of your skin, it would weigh up to 5 pounds.

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library