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Why did the Stamp Act anger many colonists? a.)They considered it taxation without representation. b.)They wanted virtual representation in Parliament. c.)They were required to pay the tax in paper currency. d.)Violators were transported to England for trial.

"Which of the following best describes the concept of Dual Federalism? A. The federal and state governments operate in overlapping policy areas. B. The federal and state governments have distinct and separate jurisdictions, like layers of a cake. C. The federal government dominates state policies through grants-in-aid. D. The federal and state governments work together on all policy issues."

What is the difference between a subpoena and subpoena duces tecum? There is no difference. Subpoena duces tecum is just an old-fashioned term for subpoena. A subpoena duces tecum requires that documents and records be brought to court. A subpoena requires that an individual appear in court.

"The Court's decision in Regents v. Bakke is best described as: A. a compromise. B. a vote against racial quotas. C. a vote for racial quotas. D. a victory for medical students."

The anti - federalists refused to sign / ratify the Constitution unless "personal liberties" were included. As a result, the Bill of Rights was born. What would have happened if the anti - federalists had NOT won their argument against the Federalists by insisting on what we now know today as the Bill of Rights / Civil Liberties?

A white rectangular sign with black or red print indicates the following: A. You are driving near a school or in a school zone. B. The rules of the road, such as the speed limit. C. You are approaching a railroad crossing; you must look, listen, and be prepared to stop.