How did the Supreme Court change as a result of Ronald Reagan's presidency?A.It expanded to include more Justices.B.It ruled on fewer controversial issues.C.It became more conservative.D.It became less powerful.SUBMITarrow_backPREVIOUS

Which statement best describes how federalism changed as a result of Ronald Reagan’s presidency?A.State attempts to end poverty through their own laws were declared unconstitutional.B.States were allowed to take a more active role in their own affairs.C.State militias were asked to take on more responsibilities for national defense.D.An attempt to streamline health care led the federal government to control state affairs more.

How did Franklin D. Roosevelt change the powers of the presidency?A.He increased the power of the office by absorbing powers of the Supreme Court.B.He increased the power of the office by pursuing an aggressive legislative agenda.C.He decreased the power of the office by granting additional powers to Congress.D.He decreased the power of the office by giving executive powers to state governments.

Which statement best explains how the balance of state and federal power shifted under President Ronald Reagan?A.The federal government decreased its power by ending funding for Medicaid.B.The federal government lost power over the states through the policy of "new federalism."C.The federal government increased its power by gaining the ability to set health care regulations.D.The federal government gained power over the states by ending education regulations.

In which of the following ways is the Supreme Court less diverse than in the past?Multiple ChoiceThere are fewer women on the current Court than in some previous years.Far more appointees come from the appellate courts.Far more appointees come from elective office.The average age of Court members is much higher than it has been in previous years.There are fewer minority judges on the current Court than in previous years.

What power does the Supreme Court have over Congress?Multiple ChoiceTo declare acts of Congress unconstitutionalTo approve treaties and executive appointmentsTo recommend legislation and call Congress into special sessionsTo rewrite legislation and initiate constitutional amendmentsTo override presidential veto on a legislation