An early law at the national level that prohibited slavery in a specific part of the United States was the ______.

a. Fugitive Slave Act
b. Northwest Ordinance
c. Alien and Sedition Acts
d. Judiciary Act
e. The Civil Rights Act

b. Northwest Ordinance

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A. It was an indication to American political leaders that the national government was too discriminating. B. It was one of the series of disruptions which indicated the need for a strong central government. C. It was a protest against the imposition of a tax on all sugar imported into the American colonies. D. It wasa catalyst for the Boston Tea Party in rebellion of the Stamp Act. E. It was an indication of the dependence of American colonists on the British Crown.

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What are the consequences of Duverger's Law for political candidates?

A. They must join one of the existing parties. B. Office seekers usually join one of the two competitive parties rather than pursuing office as independents or third-party nominees. C. It forces candidates to strategically align their positions on the issues with the party so they can take full advantage of the party label. D. Joining one of the major parties guarantees that a candidate will have sufficient financial resources to run a competitive campaign.

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