According to the text, the most powerful first lady was most probably ______.

In order to fund the operations of the federal government, each year Congress must pass an __________ bill

a. allocation b. affirmation c. appropriations d. authorization

Which of the following is true of current welfare policy in America?

a. Many people collect welfare benefits indefinitely. b. U.S. welfare expenditures exceed those of European democracies. c. The welfare system in the United States is quite limited. d. Welfare ended when Aid to Families with Dependent Children was discontinued. e. Welfare recipients may only receive benefits for ten years or less.