In the 1970s, a period of somewhat eased tensions between the United States and the Soviet Union led to several strategic arms treaties. This period of eased tension was referred to as ______________________

Judicial review is defined as ________

A. the power of a court to determine whether a law or government regulation is consistent with the state constitution or U.S. Constitution B. an opinion unrelated to a particular case that gives a court's view about a constitutional or legal issue C. the authority of a court to hear a case "in the first instance" D. the power of an appellate court to review the decision made by a superior court E. the authority of an appellate court to overturn the decision of the superior court

Which of the following offices in a U.S. embassy assists the public with obtaining tourist, student, or immigration visas or helps Americans abroad if they have lost a passport or if they need to be evacuated?

a. the public affairs section b. the U.S. Information Service section c. the consular section d. the communication section e. the ambassador's office