C. Reserved Powers (power not specifically granted to the Federal Gov. is given to the States via the 10th Amendment)
The 27th Ammendment to the Constitution was first proposed in 1789 by the 1st Congress to the state to be ratified. It was proposed with other 10 ammendments to the Constitution but lacking the number of votes necessary, it did not pass like its others sister ammendments to become what is today known as the Bill of Rights. It took about more than 200 years until 1992, after a campaign was started by University of Texas at Austin student Joe Watson in 1982. This ammendment prohibited the increase or decrease of a congressman´s salary within a term in office. If there is to be a reduction or increment in the income perceived by a congress member, this must take effect only until the following terms office. The correct answer is D because of the immense time passage since the ammendment was proposed until it was adopted and ratified.
The Gutenberg printing press had a vast and important influence on Europe. Firstly, it allowed for the printing of the Bible in the vernacular. This lead to common people being less dependent on the church, as it eliminated the need for them to read the Bible for those who could not read Latin. Secondly, it allowed for the printing of works such as Spiritual Exercises or The Index if Prohibited Books, which had large influence in Europe at the time. The printing of books led to the spread of Protestant, Calvinist, Lutheran, and radical ideals. Without the movable type printing press, many of these ideas would not have spread or gained such a following. The attention brought to these religions caused the Catholic Church to loose a following, as they had already been under critique. The press helped shape the religions which would impact Europe for generations.
That’s all I can remember off the top of my head but I hope it helps!!
