Divided government has been common in the United States in recent decades

Which of the following is a feature of a democracy?

A. Exercise of absolute control by one person or political party. B. Governance by people or elected representatives. C. Prohibition of entry to opposing political parties. D. Complete restriction of individual political freedom.

When a bill comes to the floor of the House or Senate for a “yea,” “nay,” or “present” indication by members of Congress in order to be recorded, the process is called a(n) ______.

a. public forum b. roll-call vote c. congressional caucus d. open debate