What was one important effect of Charlemagne's rule as Holy Roman Emperor a. Small kingdoms became more independent.
b. The Catholic Church lost most of its power.
c. The feudal system was brought to an end.
d. Education became more important.

interest groups send representatives to state capitals and to washington, d.c. to put pressure on members of congress and other policymakers. they engage in lobbying, or the organized process of influencing legislation or policy. lobbying can take many forms. interest groups can testify in congressional hearings.

roosevelt, a progressive reformer, earned a reputation as a "trust buster" through his regulatory reforms and anti-trust prosecutions. his "square deal" included regulation of railroad rates and pure foods and drugs; he saw it as a fair deal for both the average citizen and the businessmen.

b. introduce the core ideas of the new government.