A high level of social capital is beneficial to a democratic society because __________

a. society tends to be more stable when government investments benefit a broad range of people
b. political participation is higher when individuals feel connected to each other's lives and decisions
c. public officials are more responsive to public opinion when the population is well informed about government activities
d. political discourse is less conflict-ridden when people have multiple avenues for expressing their opinions

Correct Answer: b

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While the Supreme Court has ruled that public schools may not lead sectarian prayers in school or at official school functions, such prayers still sometimes occur. This is because

a. the Court relies on local, state, and federal governments to enforce its rulings.   b. the First Amendment is unclear on what constitutes religious activity.  c. the Supreme Court has the lowest approval ratings among the federal branches.  d. the Supreme Court’s school prayer rulings could not get five votes to create a majority opinion. 

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