In a(n) __________ structure, subordinates report to the president through a clear chain of command headed by a chief of staff.

What was the primary purpose of the First Continental Congress?

a. To establish an international identity b. To adopt the Declaration of Independence c. To coordinate a joint response to the actions of the British d. To coordinate a colonial response to England's declaration of war e. To set new tax rates in the colonies in response to a request from Parliament

The scandal involving corrupt lobbyist Jack Abramoff

A) did not result in any criminal charges. B) defrauded American Indian tribes and led to charges of corruption against public officials. C) was limited only to Abramoff's ties with Republicans. D) was generally overlooked by Congress and the president. E) resulted in the resignation of the Speaker of the House and key staffers.