Which of the Following Statements Is True of the History

question 52

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true of the history of American political parties?

• A) Political parties were embraced by America's founding fathers as a necessary element of a functioning democracy.
• B) The role of political parties was clearly defined by America's founders.
• C) Two major political factions were formed in America even before the Constitution was ratified.
• D) Throughout the course of American history, the major political parties have not changed their ideologies.
• E) The Democratic Party was the first political party in America.

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