Because of a series of ____ decisions, the accused is guaranteed an attorney if tried for any crime that may result in a prison term, and the government must provide the legal defense for an indigent defendant.

When scholars say that a president must be sensitive to “political time,” what does this mean?

a. The first hundred days are more closely watched than later in the term. b. He or she must understand whether the country is inclined to accept drastic changes or not. c. The most drastic proposals will be more acceptable during the “honeymoon period.” d. Whether Congress is in session can have a major impact on when and how the president institutes a new policy.

The Supreme Court has granted the president the broadest latitude to use emergency powers in cases involving

A. immigration policy. B. the collection of taxes. C. the opening and closing of prisons. D. foreign affairs. E. members of Congress.