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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Volume 1, Chapter 14-18.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does de Tocqueville characterize political parties?
(a) As necessary but evil.
(b) As unnecessary and evil.
(c) As unnecessary and good.
(d) As necessary and good.

2. How long did de Tocqueville stay in the united States?
(a) One year.
(b) Nine months.
(c) A year and a half.
(d) Six months.

3. After what event was the sovereignty of the people codified in law?
(a) Boston Tea Party.
(b) Declaration of Independence.
(c) American Revolution.
(d) Civil War.

4. In times of peace, what has more power than the President?
(a) Senate.
(b) Judiciary.
(c) Legislature.
(d) Executive branch.

5. What is an essential tool for maintaining liberty?
(a) Freedom of the press.
(b) Protection of the First Amendment.
(c) Protection of the press.
(d) Freedom of religion.

Short Answer Questions

1. What year was de Tocqueville's voyage to the United States?

2. Compared to the European system, de Tocqueville says the America court system is what?

3. By excluding minorities from power, what does de Tocqueville believe will happen?

4. Power is divided between what two entities in the United States?

5. Democratic regimes will value general well-being over what?

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