Author Question: In the United States, it is common for one party to control Congress and the other party to hold the ... (Read 51 times)

xroflmao · **on:** Jul 13, 2018

In the United States, it is common for one party to control Congress and the other party to hold the presidency. This possibility __________.

a. lowers the chances that the government will shut down
b. reduces the chances of rapid and foolish policy changes
c. makes it more likely for moderate candidates to get elected
d. increases the chances that sweeping policy overhauls will be made

Question 2

Why can economic growth cause political upheaval in a developing society?

a. Once people see that improvement is possible, they become bitter at their relative deprivation.
b. The newly rich resist the tax hikes needed for continued development.
c. The very poor typically organize a Marxist revolution.
d. The new middle class begins to demand a comprehensive welfare state.