Ashford University

POL 201 Week 3

August 28

1)Which president was issued a full pardon in 1974 to ensure that he would not be charged for his crimes and to help the nation move forward?

2. In order to win the presidential election, how many electoral votes must a candidate receive?
3. In what fashion is the federal bureaucracy structured to carry out the law?
4. Suppose the state of Massachusetts is involved in a dispute with the U.S. federal government over taxes. What court level would be the court of original jurisdiction?
5. This branch of government has the power to check many of the president’s actions.
6. What action is a court taking when it decides that it should strike down a legislative act that violates the rights of individuals?
7. What event provided the impetus to do away with the spoils system and reform the federal civil service?
8. This act required all able-bodied white male citizens between the ages of 18 and 45 to enroll in their state’s militia.
9. One of the strengths of the Electoral College system is that
10. When choosing where to campaign and spend their campaign funds, candidates typically choose states with close races. These states are known as