European democracies have more parties in positions of political power than does the United States ...

European democracies have more parties in positions of political power than does the United States because of their use of __________.
 
  a. party platforms
  b. winner-take-all systems
  c. critical elections
  d. proportional representation

Question -2-

Which presidential role includes the State of the Union address?
 
  a. head of state
  b. commander in chief
  c. chief executive
  d. chief legislator

Question -3-

What is a disadvantage of divided government?
 
  a. It acts as a check and balance across institutions.
  b. It often expands the scope of government.
  c. It does not allow for clear accountability on policy.
  d. It often stunts economic growth.

Question -4-

How did James Madison propose to overcome the problem of factions in Federalist No. 10?
 
  a. by adopting a system of direct democracy
  b. by banning the formation of interest groups
  c. by discouraging citizens from expressing their political views in public
  d. by expanding their sphere of participation