Question

question 18 (5 points)
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controls given to one branch of government to limit the power of another branch are known as
a) checks and balances.
b) appellate jurisdiction.
c) popular sovereignty.
d) basic rights.
question 19 (5 points)
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suppose youre an attorney. in a case youre presenting to a federal court, you argue that the person youre defending suffered cruel and unusual punishment. which amendment of the constitution should you cite?
a) amendment iv
b) amendment ix
c) amendment iii
d) amendment viii

Explanation:

For Question 18: The term refers to mechanisms that prevent any single government branch from gaining too much power. For Question 19: The specified amendment prohibits cruel and unusual punishment in the U.S. Constitution.

Answer:

Question 18: A) checks and balances.
Question 19: D) Amendment VIII