Part I: Multipal Choice Question
1. Members of independent regulatory commissions are NOT subject to presidential dismissal because they
a. are better able to deliberate in the public interest when they are not governed by political pressures.
b. are chosen by Congress.
c. are elected officials and can only be removed from their positions by a recall election.
d. are not government entities, but private enterprises.
e. were created outside the bounds of the Constitution, so they cannot be subject to governmental intervention.
2. Why are control and oversight especially important in the case of the armed services?
a. The armed services are not equipped with their own bureaucracy to make sound decision.
b. The bureaucracy of the armed services does not have the expertise necessary to make budgeting decisions.
c. The nation's survival depends on their faithful performance.
d. They receive the largest share of the federal budget.
e. Military operations typically take place on U.S. soil.
3. In mid-term elections since 1934, the president's party has typically
a. gained House seats.
b. gained Senate seats.
c. lost House seats.
d. maintained its number of congressional seats.
e. won a majority in Congress.
Part II: Essay Questions
Answer both essay questions being as thorough as possible, outlining Publius's argument, and giving examples when appropriate.
A: In Federalist 10, Publius explains how factions have historically tended to destroy republics. First, explain what a faction is. Second, Publius outlines different, historical options for the overcoming of factions. You should show why he thinks these solutions are flawed. Third, explain Publius's ultimate solution to the problem of factions in the United States.
B: In Federalist 51, Publius describes how the Constitution will provide for the separation of powers and a system of checks and balances in order to preserve liberty and guard against a tyrannical national government. Explain what the separation of powers and checks and balances are (giving examples), and why Publius believes they are essential in the protection of liberty. Outline Publius's argument, rather than just giving your opinion.