Slavery splintered not only the party system, but American society as well

In the British case, a bicameral national legislature is a function of

A. being federal. B. class-conscious society and political evolution. C. a complex electoral system. D. a unitary government.

Which of the following do pluralists believe?

a. Authority in society rests with a small group of individuals occupying leadership positions in key institutions. b. There should be a strong link between public opinion and public policy. c. The U.S. Senate should return to indirect election of its members. d. Because citizens are generally uninformed, elected officials should rarely consider public opinion in making decisions.