A Proponent of Devolution Would Most Likely Favor Expanding the Authority

question 67

Multiple Choice

A proponent of devolution would most likely favor expanding the authority of __________.

• A)the military
• B)state governments
• C)the president
• D)Congress

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Definitions:

Embargo Act

A law or policy imposed by a government that restricts trade with a specific country or countries, often to apply political pressure.

Economic Depression

A prolonged period marked by a significant decline in economic activity across the market, widespread unemployment, and a decrease in production and consumer spending.

Impressment

The act of taking men into a navy by force and with or without notice, commonly practiced by British Royal Navy against American seamen in the lead up to the War of 1812.

War Hawks

A term used to describe members of Congress who were pro-war, particularly during the period leading up to the War of 1812, advocating for conflict with Britain.