In a two-party system, third parties tend to __________.

In a two-party system, third parties tend to __________.
 
  a. break up gridlock among the major parties
  b. provide fresh candidates for the major parties
  c. remind the major parties about voter discontent
  d. help streamline the nomination process for the major parties

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Why is it significant that California made English its official language in 1986, and in 1998 eliminated bilingual education?
 
  a. The U.S. Supreme Court found California's policies unconstitutional.
  b. California is by far the most liberal state in the country.
  c. California is often an indicator of nationwide trends.
  d. The U.S. Supreme Court upheld these policies, which encouraged other states to pass similar laws.

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What is the relationship between the decision issued in the case of Marbury v. Madison and today's Supreme Court?
 
  a. The contemporary Court has gradually undermined the scope of the Marbury v. Madison ruling.
  b. Marbury v. Madison established the basis for the Court's ability to declare laws unconstitutional.
  c. The contemporary Court explicitly rejects the principles of Marbury v. Madison whenever it strikes down a state law.
  d. Marbury v. Madison provided specific direction on interpreting the Constitution that is still followed by the Court today.