The most pressing concern about U.S. K–12 education is about declining ______ of education.

Which of the following is NOT true about the U.S. judiciary?

a. Despite the steady increase in its power, the judiciary remains structurally weaker than the other branches. b. The courts, and especially the Supreme Court, have moved steadily to the ideological right. c. With courts being increasingly involved in contentious national issues, the Senate has taken its confirmation role more seriously and has slowed the confirmation of appointees. d. The power of the courts ultimately rests with their ability to persuade the citizenry that their procedures are fair and that their judgments are based on the Constitution and law. e. The courts must rely on Congress to enforce their decisions.

What argument does China use to counter the fact that it has surpassed the U.S. as the world’s largest carbon emitter?

a. The U.S. is economically dependent on China’s economy and is thus responsible in part for China’s emissions. b. China actually uses less energy than the U.S. but has less efficient infrastructure and thus is forced to use more fossil fuels. c. The U.S. is projected to reclaim its status as the world’s largest polluter. d. On a per capita basis, it still emits far less than the U.S.