Briefly describe some of the style of modern-era presidents mentioned in the chapter. How much influence does presidential style have on the success of a presidency?

Military forces as interest aggregators and leaders of governments are unique in that they

A. are superbly organized and efficient. B. are well-suited to governing civilian populations. C. maintain a monopoly on coercive force. D. tend to have high levels of legitimacy.

When can a recess appointment occur?

a. whenever the president wants b. in the period between sessions when Congress has officially adjourned c. any time Congress is not in session d. only over the winter holiday recess