In the Nation's First Century

question 63

Multiple Choice

In the nation's first century,

• A)service in Congress was even more of a lifetime career than it is now.
• B)members of Congress would move from House to Senate and back with little concern for the relative power and prestige of the chambers.
• C)service in Congress was not seen as a lifetime career for most of its members.
• D)service in Congress was restricted by the imposition of term limits in many states.
• E)service in Congress was greatly preferred to service in state government.

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Bill of Rights

The initial ten amendments of the United States Constitution, adopted in 1791, ensure rights including the freedom of speech, assembly, and religious practice.

Political Ideology

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Religious Freedom

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