POLI330 Week 1 Discussion 1 & 2 Latest 2018 April
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Week 1: Politics in Our Daily Lives
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As we read and discuss the definition of politics, let's also consider the consequences of political decisions on our everyday lives. Can you think of examples from your everyday life when you encounter politics? What makes these experiences "political"?
As you discuss this with one another, let's not forget to comment on other people's experiences. Have you experienced similar situations? Can you think of creative ways in which politics plays itself out in your daily life?
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Week 1: The Study of Political Science
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The reading this week discusses the role of political scientists and their attempts to treat the study of politics as a science. In these efforts, they build scholarship based on reason, balance, and supporting evidence, although much of this scholarship is based on theory.
Discuss how political scientists attempt to quantify data, manipulate data statistically, and attempt to validate hypotheses.
POLI330 Week 2 Discussion 1 & 2 Latest 2018 April
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Week 2: Understanding the Theories
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As your text explains, Plato is considered the father of political science. Within The Republic, he presents his theories on the foundations of a perfect government. Rather than a theoretical examination of government, The Republic is written in story form, as the main character Socrates explores the ideal way to form a city.
A largely studied portion of The Republic deals with Plato’s cave allegory. The story goes something like this: You, as a person, find yourself within a cave, chained to the ground, facing a stone wall. You cannot stand, and all you know are the images that play out before you, which are the shadows cast by a light source from behind you. You cannot see behind you, but you know that there are others in the cave with you. This is the only state you have ever known. It is your only reality of the world. Plato goes on to explain that then one day, people come and remove your chains, and take you out of the cave. As you can imagine, you are scared and frightful, and thus fight these individuals as they drag you into this new setting. However, over time you learn to accept the larger image of the world around you and come to understand life outside of the cave. You then attempt to go back into the cave to free others.
This story was Plato’s attempt to explain the world around us. Just picture it: You are chained to the ground and all you can see in front of you is a cave wall. There is a light source behind you, which casts reflections on the wall.
What do you think you would think of these reflections? Could they represent family members? Or friends? What about a god?
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Week 2: Liberalism versus Socialism
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The termliberalism, when applied to governments, is very different from the termliberal in America. Where liberalism implies a limited government, here in the United States a liberal is not usually seen as supporting a smaller government. This can be very confusing. In an effort to better understand these various meanings, we need to explore the variations within liberalism itself.
So who would like to explain how modern liberalism varies from classical liberalism? In addition, in what ways is classical liberalism similar to conservatism today?
POLI330 Week 3 Discussion 1 & 2 Latest 2018 April
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Week 3: Democracies Compared
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Over the past few weeks, we have had the opportunity to explore the roots of political philosophy. Let’s take a moment to focus in upon the idea of democracy. What is the true definition of democracy?
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Week 3: The Division of Power
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As we have seen through our readings, governments differ on where the power of the state should be held.
Unitary systems concentrate the power within the central government and little or no authority is granted to the component areas. In contrast, federal systems allow first-order civil divisions to have some autonomy, while the central government maintains authority over some areas.
Take a moment to compare and contrast the strengths and weaknesses of each system.
POLI330 Week 4 Discussion 1 & 2 Latest 2018 April
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Week 4: Political Parties and Interest Groups
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We continually hear about interest groups in the news. Understanding this, what is the relationship between interest groups and government? How does this apply to government-created interest groups? In addition, what are the effects of bureaucrats as interest groups? Do you believe this crossover between bureaucrats and interest groups to be right? Please be sure to provide specific examples in your response.
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Week 4: Elections
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Compare and contrast single-member districts and proportional representation (PR). How effective is each electoral system in representing its people’s interests? How do they support the party systems around which they arose?
POLI330 Week 5 Discussion 1 & 2 Latest 2018 April
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Week 5: Parliamentary and Presidential Systems
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As we turn our focus to the international realm, let’s take a moment to compare the governmental systems of the United Kingdom and the United States.
Identify a few key differences between a parliamentary and a presidential system. How is the top leader selected differently? How do you think this difference impacts the kind of people who are chosen?
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Week 5: The U.S. Supreme Court
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The lesson this week suggests that the U.S. Supreme Court is the least democratic branch of government, and yet it serves an important function in our democracy.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of having a branch of government that is not democratically elected? Would you change the way the court is appointed?
POLI330 Week 6 Discussion 1 & 2 Latest 2018 April
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Week 6: Welfare Systems
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Examine the efficacy of U.S. welfare programs. What do such programs intend to accomplish? What are some criticisms against them? Be sure to cite specific academic examples, not just ones from your opinion.
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Week 6: Global Markets
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Several countries around the world are transitioning to market economies; the most significant of these are China and Russia. What do you think the impact will be on other countries around the world as these two countries become even more significant in the global economy? What are some examples of this impact?
POLI330 Week 7 Discussion 1 & 2 Latest 2018 April
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Week 7: Ethnic Violence
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In discussing the concept of violence this week, let’s take a moment to consider the following situation.
Imagine a country where religious factions inside a nation want to have their own separate homeland. The government refuses, claiming that the territory in question, which commands the nation’s only source of clean water, is vital to security. Is violence inevitable?
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Week 7: International Treaties
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In considering the international realm, let’s consider the concept of economic treaties. Specifically, let's think about an organization like the European Union (EU).
Why was it formed? In addition, what are some of the objectives of the nations that are joining the EU?
POLI330 Week 1 CO Assessment Latest 2018 April
Question 1
(TCO 1) What were your economic left/right results?
Question 2
(TCO 1) What were your social libertarian/authoritarian results?
Question 3
(TCO 1) If a person believes that market should regulate itself, and that government should stay out of business, would he or she fall more to the right or the left side of the political scale?
Right
Left
Question 4
(TCO 1) If a person believes that federal agencies such as the FDA, EPA, and SEC serve a public good, is he or she moving more to the right or left of 100% capitalism?
Right
Left
Question 5
(TCO 1) If a person feels that the government is needed to ensure that all people obtain equality, would he or she fall more on the right or the left of the economic scale?
Right
Left
Question 6
(TCO 1) If a person believes that mandatory gun safety classes should be required to buy a gun, would he or she move up or down the social scale?
Up
Down
Question 7
5 / 5 pts
(TCO 1) If a person believes that Christianity is or should be the national religion of the United States, would he or she move up or down the social scale?
Up
Down
Question 8
(TCO 1) If a person believes that he or she knows more about his or her own life than the government, and thus should have the authority to make his or her own decisions, would he or she move more up or down the social scale?
Up
Down
POLI330 Week 2 CO Assessment Latest 2018 April
Question 1
(TCO 6) In a 100% capitalist structure, the owners are offered what advantages?
The owners understand that their efforts are not just for them, but for society as a whole.
They can make as much profit as they like, as long as they work hard and the market allows it.
They do not face the risk associated with large business ventures.
They don’t have to concern themselves with the welfare of their workers.
A and C
B and D
All of the above
None of the above
Question 2
(TCO 6) In a 100% capitalist structure, the owners face what challenges?
Their overuse of the raw resources can drive them out of business.
Overworking employees may lead to low productivity, and thus lower profits.
They are seen as equal to workers.
Understanding the demands of the market can be overwhelming.
A, B, and D
B and C
Al of the above
None of the above
Question 3
(TCO 6) In a 100% socialist structure, the owners would be offered what advantages?
They would never lose everything, because the government would provide for their needs.
Even if they fail, they have the opportunity to rise again by starting new companies if they only put their minds to it.
They can use up as many raw resources they can get their hands on, allowing for more profit potential, as long as the market allows it.
They are placed in positions that suit them, so if being owners is too hard, or if they would not be successful in it, they would not be forced into positions in which to fail.
A and B
A and D
All of the above
None of the above
Question 4
(TCO 6) In a 100% socialist structure, the owners would be faced with what challenges?
They lose the opportunity to make and hold onto extreme profits.
They assume all the financial risk if their businesses fail.
They no longer can change careers because they “feel” like it.
They lose the ability to start new companies of their own.
A and C
B and D
A, C, and D
None of the above
Question 5
(TCO 6) In a 100% capitalist structure, the workers are offered what advantages?
They can seek employment at any companies they like.
They have the opportunity to rise above their positions to become owners if they can.
The harder they work, the more they can earn.
They always have positions waiting for them.
A and B
A, B, and D
C and D
A, B, and C
Question 6
(TCO 6) In a 100% capitalist structure, the workers face what challenges?
Material perks are not readily available options.
They cannot always provide for their families.
They cannot rise above and become elites.
They receive no benefits to help with paying for the cost of their injuries.
A and C
B and D
All of the above
None of the above
Question 7
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(TCO 6) In a 100% socialist structure, the worker would be offered what advantages?
Their needs are always met, whether they can work or not.
The sky is the limit for them if they try.
They can rest easy, knowing that their work provides for the welfare of the people, not a “fat cat” owner.
Medical costs are no longer a concern.
A and C
B and D
A, B, and C
A, C, and D
Question 8
(TCO 6) In a 100% socialist structure, the worker would be faced with what challenges?
They may not always like the jobs that they do.
When injured, they earn no income.
They continually face the risk of unemployment.
There is not great opportunity to start over or do something new, because they must contribute to the cause.
A and D
B and C
All of the above
None of the above
POLI330 Week 3 CO Assessment Latest 2018 April
Question 1
(TCO 2) As we have been discussing, throughout history, many people were not fans of pure democracy. One of the reasons for this was the idea of factions, as addressed in Madison’s Federalist No. 10. So what is the definition of a faction?
Question 2
(TCO 2) Why are factions a threat to a democratic government?
Question 3
(TCO 2) According to Madison, what are the two ways to remove the cause of a faction?
Question 4
(TCO 2) From your reading, please distinguish why the two ways to remove a faction are not effective.
Question 5
(TCO 2) What is it about human nature that causes factions to form?
Question 6
(TCO 2) Differentiate the characteristics of a pure democracy from a republic.
Question 7
5 / 5 pts
(TCO 2) In referencing Madison, provide at least two reasons explaining why a republic can do a better job of controlling the effects of faction than a pure democracy.
Question 8
(TCO 2) Assess Madison’s argument. Do you find that a republican form of government is the best way to control factions, in contrast to pure democracy? And how do you think this system has worked in controlling the factions over time?
POLI330 Week 4 CO Assessment Latest 2018 April
Question 1
(TCO 3) From your own research, what interest group did you find? Please list its name and website information.
Question 2
(TCO 3) From your own research, list three important pieces of information that give us a picture of what your interest group believes.
Question 3
(TCO 3) From your own research, describe a specific policy action your group desires.
Question 4
(TCO 3) From your own research, whom does this group lobby most, or most effectively? For example, is there a political party or certain congressional representatives who seem to get more of its attention, money, or information? Which committees and subcommittees would it particularly lobby?
Question 5
(TCO 3) From your congress.gov research, what is the title of the legislation (include its origination or appropriate numbers)?
Question 6
(TCO 3) From your congress.gov research, who are its key sponsors and their party affiliation?
Question 7
(TCO 3) From your congress.gov research, what is its current status within Congress?
Question 8
(TCO 3) From your congress.gov research, describe briefly your personal reaction to this legislation. Do you think it will pass and do you think it should pass? Why? (Two to three sentences are required.)
POLI330 Week 5 CO Assessment Latest 2018 April
Question 1
(TCO 4) What are your initial, nonlegal, thoughts on this case? How would you decide it based on your own belief structures? For example, if you were the judge in this case, would you would allow Mr. Trident to leave the hospital, thus bringing about his death? Or would you feel for Mr. Trident but side with the hospital because he clearly is not in the right mind to make such decisions for himself? Or would you perhaps side with the hospital because people should not be allowed to refuse medical treatment or go to the extreme of ordering the hospital to aid in the shortening of his life so that he did not have to suffer a painful death? What would you do? Please put some thought into your answer and provide at least 4–5 sentences as you explain it.
Question 2
(TCO 4) What is the difference between moral and legal reasoning?
Moral reasoning is based upon personal views rather than legal considerations.
Legal reasoning focuses on what the law states only.
Moral reasoning can vary with cultural beliefs, whereas legal reasoning is more static within a nation.
Legal reasoning is concerned with precedent.
All of the above
A and C only
Question 3
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(TCO 4) In a true legal argument, should legal reasoning or moral reasoning be used?
Legal
Moral
Both
Neither
Question 4
(TCO 4) Mr. Trident is arguing that the hospital has violated his 14th Amendment right to due process. What part of the 14th Amendment is he referring to in his argument?
All persons born or naturalized in the United States, and subject to the jurisdiction thereof, are citizens of the United States and of the state wherein they reside.
No state shall make or enforce any law that shall abridge the privileges or immunities of citizens of the United States.
Nor shall any state deprive any person of life, liberty, or property without due process of law.
Nor deny to any person within its jurisdiction the equal protection of the laws
All of the above
None of the above
Question 5
(TCO 4) Cruzan v. Director, Missouri Department of Health is a case studied in the right-to-die debate. What precedent did it help to establish?
Americans have a constitutional right to die.
Americans can refuse medical treatment.
Americans must be clear in stating their wishes regarding medical treatment.
A and B
B and C
All of the above
Question 6
(TCO 4) How does the Cruzan case factor into Mr. Trident’s argument?
It grants the right to refuse medical treatment.
It supports the hospital in its claim that Mr. Trident cannot refuse its help.
It forces the doctors to assist in Mr. Trident’s death by providing him medication to bring about his death.
A and B
A and C
None of the above
Question 7
(TCO 4) Given the precedent established in the Cruzan case, how would you now have to decide the case if you were the judge?
I would allow Mr. Trident to leave the hospital, thus bringing about his death.
I would feel for Mr. Trident but side with the hospital, because he clearly is not in the right mind to make such decisions for himself.
I would side with the hospital, because people should not be allowed to refuse medical treatment.
I would require that the hospital aid Mr. Trident in shortening his life due to his constitution right to die.
Question 8
(TCO 4) What other U.S. Supreme Court cases deal with the right-to-die issue?
Plessy v. Ferguson
Marbury v. Madison
Vacco v. Quill
All of the above
None of the above
POLI330 Week 6 CO Assessment Latest 2018 April
Question 1
(TCO 7) What is your final plan to present to the president? What changes did you decide to implement?
Question 2
(TCO 7) Please explain why you chose the options that you did.
Question 3
(TCO 7) How will your decisions affect the elderly, the poor, the rich, and national security if implemented?
Question 4
(TCO 7) Was covering the hypothetical budget gap more or less difficult than you expected? Please explain.
Question 5
(TCO 7) Which of your decisions might be perceived as politically motivated? Why?
Question 6
(TCO 7) What are the trade-offs of preserving some programs while protecting others?
Question 7
(TCO 7) How do your decisions result in a marginal benefit to society so that they can outweigh the marginal cost to society?
Question 8
(TCO 7) Did doing this exercise change your feelings about the budget debate in Washington? If so, how? If not, why not?
POLI330 Week 7 CO Assessment Latest 2018 April
Question 1
(TCO 9) As the simulation shows, Muhammed’s father was killed by the Israelis in their war of independence, as they attempted to defend their state and enforce the boundaries established by the UN. Although this was an international decree, all Muhammed witnessed was his father’s death and the loss of his family home as the land of his forefathers was taken to make room for what many Palestinians viewed as the “occupiers.” If you were him, how would you react? For example, would you blame the Israelis for hurting your father and taking your land, and then pass on this hatred to your children so they would know never to trust the Israelis? Would you seek revenge for your family and people? Or is there a chance that you would accept the new conditions of the UN resolution because it was in the best interest of the people of the world? What about simply seeking strength in your religion and guiding your children away from the hatreds of the past in an effort to protect them? Please put some thought into your answer and provide at least 4–5 sentences as you explain it.
Question 2
(TCO 9) Within the Israeli home, Ben knows from the horrors faced by his parents what can happen when there is not a state of Israel in the world. He thus supports his state and will do anything to defend its claim to this region. How does this differ from Muhammed’s stance?
It doesn’t differ; they both suffered death and loss, and they both simply want to protect their families.
Ben has more of a claim to hardship because his parents suffered in the Holocaust.
Muhammed has been wronged the most because he lost his land and his father to the cause.
A and B
C and D
All of the above
Question 3
5 / 5 pts
(TCO 9) What do Muhammed and Ben have in common?
They are both religious.
They are both fathers.
They both love the land in which they were born.
A and B
B and C
All of the above
Question 4
(TCO 9) Serapin and Sarah _____.
support their husbands
hate the other side for causing all the bloodshed
love their families and only wish to protect them from the violence
have trouble understanding the need for violence
A and C
All but B
Question 5
(TCO 9) Judith and Ahmed are the youngest members of their respective families. What do they have in common?
They both side with the Palestinian cause.
They both idolize their older siblings.
They think the fighting is pointless.
A and A
B and C
None of the above
Refer to the simulation.
Question 6
(TCO 9) Given what you have read and what you know about the conflicts between Israel and Palestine, what is the likelihood that the children will continue the cycle of violence in this land if nothing radically changes?
Because the Palestinian children fight the government and the Israeli children back the military that puts down these rebellions, the conflict is likely to continue.
The death of some will drive the call for more death, as seen in Miriam’s loss of her fiancée and Mariam’s loss of her parents.
Eventually, peace will be found, because the children will see the errors of their ways.
A and B
B and C
None of the above
Question 7
(TCO 9) What impact has the violence in this land had on the legitimacy of the Israeli government?
Those who support the Israeli perspective, such as Ben, highly support the government.
Those who feel like Abdullah claim that Israeli is not a valid state and deserves to be destroyed.
Violence and unrest have no influence on legitimacy within governments.
A and B
None of the above
Question 8
(TCO 9) Abdullah has admittedly committed terrorist acts against Israel. According to your text, does terrorism work?
Rarely, and seldom without political and/or economic pressure
Rarely, but primarily when brought against democratic nations
Often, and without much need for political pressure to aid it
Often, but only with the assistance of economic and/or political pressure
A and B
None of the above
POLI330 Week 1 (all correct answers)Quiz Latest 2018 April
Question 1
(TCO 1) Anthropology applies most to political science based on which example?
People are born with predispositions towards conservative or liberal views.
People join groups because they have innate desires to be with others.
Many ruling families maintained power by passing down their authority from one generation to the next.
Power typically ends up with those with the most resources.
Question 2
(TCO 1) The statement “Man is by nature a political animal” is attributed to _____.
Niccolo Machiavelli
Seymour Martin Lipset
Mao Zedong
Aristotle
Question 3
(TCO 1) When people base their views on beliefs that may not be based in reality, they are behaving _____.
irrationally
rationally
politically
legitimately
Question 4
(TCO 1) A political leaders’ ability to command respect and exercise power is known as _____.
sovereignty
corruption
authority
legitimacy
Question 5
(TCO 1) Despite a disputed 2000 presidential election, once President George W. Bush took office, few people doubted his _____.
charisma
control
legitimacy
sovereignty
Question 6
(TCO 1) A theory that is tested in an attempt to prove or refute with evidence, is known as _____.
scholarship
corruption
a methodology
a hypothesis
Question 7
(TCO 1) Reason, balance, and theory pertain to which of the following?
Balance
Power
Scholarship
Methodology
Question 8
(TCO 1) Descriptions of political phenomena often lack _____.
rationality
reasoning
theory
balance
Question 9
(TCO 1) The subfield of _____ studies major thinkers and attempts to define the good polity.
public administration
comparative politics
public policy
political theory
Question 10
(TCO 1) Which are both true for most political scientists?
They think practically and seek accuracy.
They seek popularity and are skeptical of power.
They offer single causes and think abstractly.
They are skeptical of power and offer long-term consequences.
POLI330 Week 2 (all correct answers) Quiz Latest 2018 April
Question 1
(TCO 6) Aristotle argued that the best political communities would be _____.
dominated by wealthy citizens
oligarchies
formed by elites
formed by citizens of the middle class
Question 2
(TCO 6) Which of the following was of greatest concern to John Locke?
Freedom of speech for all
Power residing with the proletariat
The right to property
Voting rights
Question 3
(TCO 6) Which of the following is most consistent with the concept of the “general will” according to Rousseau?
Creating a park for the citizens to enjoy
Using public dollars so that some citizens can attend private schools
Offering tax breaks to one auto manufacturing plant
Low turnout in elections
Question 4
(TCO 6) Karl Marx used the term _____ to refer to everything built on top of the economy.
the social contract
institutions
behavioralism
superstructure
Question 5
(TCO 6) According to Karl Marx, what would likely replace capitalism?
Communism
Socialism
Feudalism
Conservatism
Question 6
(TCO 6) Which of the following best describes classical liberalism and modern conservatism?
Classical liberalism is the opposite of modern conservatism.
Classical liberalism is similar to modern conservatism.
Neither classical liberalism, nor modern conservatism continues to exist.
Classical liberalism and modern conservatism were developed by Karl Marx.
Question 7
(TCO 6) Which of the following propositions would likely be favored by modern liberals?
Tax cuts for top income earners
Regulation of the banking sector
Little government involvement in economic matters
Free markets
Question 8
(TCO 6) Modern conservatism adopts elements of which of the following?
Economic views from Edmund Burke and social views from Adam Smith
Economic and social views from Adam Smith
Economic views from Adam Smith and social views from Thomas Hill Green
Economic views from Adam Smith and social views from Edmund Burke
Question 9
(TCO 6) How do Libertarians differ from liberals and conservatives?
Libertarians are more consistent in their views.
Libertarians are less consistent in their views.
Libertarians prefer intervention in economic matters only.
Libertarians prefer intervention in social matters only.
Question 10
(TCO 6) Fascism existed during the 20th century in what country?
Ireland
Italy
Iceland
France
POLI330 Week 3 (all correct answers) Quiz Latest 2018 April
Question 1
(TCO 2) A(n) _____ is a political system without a monarch.
institution
monarchy
state
republic
Question 2
(TCO 2) According to Aristotle, democracy is the _____ form of government by _____.
corrupt; one
corrupt; a few
corrupt; many
legitimate; many
Question 3
(TCO 2) The idea that American states serve as “laboratories of democracy” is an advantage of _____ systems of government.
unitary
confederal
federal
proportional
Question 4
(TCO 2) Electoral systems that elect one person per district are known as _____.
multimember districts
majoritarian systems
single-member districts
proportional districts
Question 5
(TCO 2) If the Green Party receives 15% of the vote in a proportional system, which of the following is likely to happen?
The Green Party would receive no seats.
The Green Party would try to form a coalition with other parties.
The Green Party would attempt to gerrymander districts to its advantage.
The Green Party would demand a recount of the votes.
Question 6
(TCO 2) In a _____ system, the government owns little or no industry and redistributes little in welfare programs.
majoritarian
proportional
socialist
laissez-faire
Question 7
(TCO 2) The ability of courts to decide if laws are constitutional is referred to as _____.
judicial review
judicial activism
judicial restraint
basic law
Question 8
(TCO 2) Though rare, a “true” democracy, is a system in which _____.
all citizens meet periodically to elect officials
all citizens meet periodically to elect officials and personally enact laws
popular accountability is common, but political competition is extremely limited
the wealthy almost always have greater influence than the poor
Question 9
(TCO 2) Right-wing totalitarianism does not desire revolution; instead, it attempts to block _____.
a leftist revolution
ethnic turmoil
an Islamic fundamentalist movement
a libertarian revolution
Question 10
(TCO 2) What are features of an all-encompassing ideology?
An official theory of history and economics, a portrayal of the world in black-and-white terms, and acceptance of an imperfect society
An official theory of history and economics, a portrayal of the world in black-and-white terms, and claims of a perfect society
An eclectic sense of history and economics, a portrayal of the world in complex terms, and claims of a perfect society
An official theory of history and economics, a portrayal of the world in complex terms, and claims of a perfect society
POLI330 Week 4 (all correct answers) Quiz Latest 2018 April
Question 1
(TCO 3) Explain which individuals have the most influence on politics via interest groups.
Women
The elderly
A wide variety of people
Rich individuals
Question 2
(TCO 3) The National Rifle Association is an example of an interest group that seeks the support of primarily one party, in that it tilts strongly toward _____ candidates.
Independent
Libertarian
Republican
Tea Party
Question 3
(TCO 3) A great deal of legislation originates in _____.
economic downturns
corporate boardrooms
specialized agencies
secret
Question 4
(TCO 3) In countries where _____, the courts become an arena of interest-group contention.
public defenders are unavailable
the rule of law is strong
judges have little power
the rule of law is weak
Question 5
(TCO 3) Large parties in particular can be analyzed as _____.
generations of like-minded voters
coalitions of interest groups
team-led organizations based around a theme
trustworthy representatives of national interest
Question 6
(TCO 3) _____ allow and even encourage parties to split.
Single-member districts
“First past the post” systems
Proportional representation systems
Plurality systems
Question 7
(TCO 3) Which of the following has recently done much to encourage state and local party organizations to cooperate with national party platforms?
Door-to-door canvassing
Cohesive national platforms
Computerized mailing lists
Local political pandering
Question 8
(TCO 3) Why do Americans vote so little?
Typically, given the enormous number of immigrants the United States plays host to, most U.S. nonvoters are poorly versed in the tradition of voting, and are therefore are largely unengaged by most elections.
Typically, more than half of U.S. nonvoters say they that while they are interested in and satisfied with candidates, they still feel that their vote makes no difference or that none of the candidates are really good, and the two large parties may not offer an interesting or clear-cut choice.
Typically, most U.S. nonvoters say they are uninterested in or dissatisfied with candidates, feeling their vote makes no difference or that none of the candidates are really good, and the two large parties may not offer an interesting or clear-cut choice.
Typically, most U.S. voters find it impossible to convince others to vote, despite the fact that nonvoters are most likely to vote if convinced by those close to them.
Question 9
(TCO 3) What impact does beginning to pay taxes have on young people’s relationship to voting?
It tends to make them more likely to vote, but less likely to work for a given campaign.
Beginning to pay taxes tends to make them less interested in elections.
It tends to make them more liberal in their voting.
As they begin paying taxes, they become more interested in elections.
Question 10
(TCO 3) Why might factory workers in small towns feel a different sense of the stakes elections hold than executives and professionals?
Factory workers in small towns may perceive a great deal of difference between candidates, noticing considerable change from one administration to another, and executives and professionals feel generally less involved but still perceive a direct correlation between who wins and their personal fortunes.
Factory workers in small towns may perceive little difference between candidates, noticing little change from one administration to another, and although executives and professionals share this sense of noticing little change from one administration to another, they still perceive a direct correlation between who wins and their personal fortunes.
Factory workers in small towns may perceive little difference between candidates, noticing little change from one administration to another, and executives and professionals feel involved and perceive a direct correlation between who wins and their personal fortunes.
Executives and professionals may perceive little difference between candidates, noticing little change from one administration to another, and factory workers in small towns feel involved and perceive a direct correlation between who wins and their personal incomes.
POLI330 Week 5 (all correct answers) Quiz Latest 2018 April
Question 1
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(TCO 5) Which of the following terms is defined as the post-feudal concentration of power in a monarch?
Absolutism
Totalitarianism
Teetotalism
Monarchy
Question 2
(TCO 5) Countries with limits on government have usually had feudal pasts, which suggests what about the dispersion of power?
Equal distribution of power is the only effective political structure.
Power must be distributed by the working class.
Power should be concentrated among the lower classes.
Dispersion of power is good and concentration of power is bad.
Question 3
(TCO 5) How often does the cabinet change in a parliamentary system?
Every 4 years
Every 6 years
Every 8 years
When the cabinet is voted out or resigns
Question 4
(TCO 5) What is the effect of divided government, such as that used in the United States, on spending and policy formation?
It encourages unhealthy spending and foolish policies.
It holds down spending and foolish policies.
It encourages irresponsible spending because representatives are held accountable for only a short amount of time.
It encourages responsible spending, but is slow to implement policy.
Question 5
(TCO 5) The head of ministry is equivalent to the _____ in the United States.
chief of government
head of state
departmental secretary
premier
Question 6
(TCO 5) When it comes to electing officials, which factor matters the most to voters in both presidential and parliamentary elections?
Party affiliation
Political ideologies
Money invested in campaign
Personality
Question 7
(TCO 4) Which of the following issues is a civil concern?
Extortion
Theft
Divorce
Trafficking
Question 8
(TCO 4) What are the key mechanisms of international law?
Reciprocity and coalition
Consistency and reciprocity
Consistency and coherence
Coalition and coherence
Question 9
(TCO 4) What legal agency in the United States generates reputation-based ratings of prospective federal judges?
Judicial Ratings Bureau
Federal Bureau of Judicial Review
American Bar Association
Office of Legal Assessment
Question 10
(TCO 4) Describe the significance of Marbury v. Madison.
The ruling laid precedent for judicial review.
The ruling stated that the president is subject to the court’s decisions.
The ruling decreed that current administrations must honor the appointments of previous administrations.
The ruling claimed that federal taxes could not be levied on the states.
POLI330 Week 6 (all correct answers) Quiz Latest 2018 April
Question 1
(TCO 7) Describe how today’s conservatives use the term “political economy.”
Conservatives use the term to try to get back to the pure market system advocated by Adam Smith.
Conservatives understand the term within the context of Machiavelli’s The Prince.
Conservatives veer toward John Stuart Mill’s usage, which advocated utilitarianism.
Conservatives take a neo-utilitarian approach, hoping to benefit the weakest members of society.
Question 2
(TCO 7) Early 20th-century European governments subscribed to _____ doctrines, generally keeping their hands away from the economy.
classic liberal
inflationary
neoclassical
Smithian
Question 3
(TCO 7) The 1973 Mideast war allowed members of the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) to _____.
sell to nations in Eastern Europe
export to Japan and China
quadruple oil prices
keep oil prices down
Question 4
(TCO 7) Between 1965 and 1973, the percentage of Americans living below the poverty line _____.
doubled
greatly decreased
slightly increased
rapidly increased
Question 5
(TCO 7) The _____ administration simplified the Food Stamp program by eliminating the provision that recipients buy the stamps at a discount with their own money.
Kennedy
Johnson
Ford
Carter
Question 6
(TCO 7) Medical costs consume nearly _____% of the U.S. gross domestic product, most of it paid through government and private health insurance.
11
18
22
26
Question 7
(TCO 7) Many Americans think the federal budget goes primarily toward welfare, which is _____.
absolutely true
somewhat exaggerated
not at all the case
slightly offensive
Question 8
(TCO 7) How might Americans’ reluctance toward entitlement programs benefit them in the long run?
Citizens will pay lower taxes, stimulating the economy via “trickle-down” economics.
Entitlement programs are complex and inefficient; our government will save time and money by proceeding with caution.
Americans can justify raising the debt ceiling through entitlement programs, so long as they are wary of the choices they make.
Government subsidies to businesses, rather than spending on welfare programs, will help the United States generate revenue and reduce overall spending.
Question 9
(TCO 7) What was the poverty line in 2012?
$14,505
$17,060
$23,050
$26,750
Question 10
(TCO 7) Theoretically, what are the consequences if the government assumes the burden of bad loans?
Citizens will default on their mortgages.
Banks will learn from their mistakes and pay back the burden with interest.
Ultimately, the government will profit.
Firms will be encouraged to continue their risky behavior.
POLI330 Week 7 (all correct answers) Quiz Latest 2018 April
Question 1
(TCO 9) _____ is a small or moderate change that essentially leaves the system intact.
Mass discontent
Reform
Dramatic system change
A coup d’etat
Question 2
(TCO 9) What is the relationship between a high sense of government legitimacy among the people and police officers when legitimacy is high?
Spending on policing is low.
There are fewer police interfering in civilian life.
Fewer police are needed.
The police must use a particularly heavy hand.
Question 3
(TCO 9) Why might a period of prosperity bring about revolution?
When people move in and out of poverty, they have no hope for the future, and so see nothing to lose in rebelling.
When things improve for the wealthy, they start imagining an even better future. No longer content with their already luxurious lot, they want improvement faster than even a growing economy can deliver.
When things improve for the poor, they realize just how bad they’ve had it and their anger is unleashed.
When things improve for the poor, people start imagining a better future, and no longer content with their lot, they want improvement faster than even a growing economy can deliver.
Question 4
(TCO 9) Some states engage in _____, despite officially denouncing terrorism.
sharing intelligence with nongovernmental militias
“state-sponsored terrorism”
targeting specific groups for violence
democracy
Question 5
(TCO 9) What is the crux of radical revolutionary thinking?
An economic plan to back up political ideas
Belief that it is possible to remake society
Belief that violence is the key to change
A purely ideological motive
Question 6
(TCO 8) Which of the following statements is generally true of sovereign nations?
Laws allow individuals to settle grievances in court.
The lack of legal enforcement forces most to settle disputes on their own.
The spirit of the law often conflicts with the letter of the law.
Written law sometimes conflicts with law as it occurs in practice.
Question 7
(TCO 8) Most countries participate in _____, a largely capitalistic competition where goods, money, and ideas flow easily to wherever there are customers.
the world market
free-trade agreements
nontariff barriers
plurilateral agreements
Question 8
(TCO 8) _____ theory argues that leaders often misinterpret another nation’s actions as hostile and threatening, and consider their own actions to be merely defensive.
Supervision
Misperception
Hypertension
Home-defense
Question 9
(TCO 8) The United Nations’ predecessor, the _____, tried collective security to ensure peace.
Geneva Convention
Fourteen Points of Peace
Court of International Justice
League of Nations
Question 10
(TCO 8) Evaluate the changing role of sovereignty in today’s international relations.
International relations have reinforced the notion of sovereignty.
Sovereignty is dwindling in the face of international law.
Weaker nations are losing sovereignty to larger, more powerful ones.
United States sovereignty has weakened due to the threat of terrorism.
POLI330 Final Exam Latest 2018 April
Question 1. 1. (TCO 2) Evaluate Aristotle’s six types of government. In doing so, please be sure to list and define the categorizations. Please then assess how these classifications can be useful today to someone analysing current governmental structures. (Points: 40)
Question 2. 2. (TCO 3) Explain the relationship between electoral systems and party systems. Answers should be sure to assess this question from the perspective of both proportional representation and single-member districts and provide examples to support your points. (Points: 40)
Question 3. 3. (TCO 6) The United States has utilized multiple forms of liberalism throughout its history. Please distinguish the specific characteristics of classical and modern liberalism and outline the evolution of these forms of liberalism within the United States. Please be sure to include specific historic examples to support your points. (Points: 40)
Question 4. 4. (TCO 8) The United Nations is an international organization that promotes the idea of using diplomacy as a means of preventing war. Investigate the role of diplomacy in maintaining peace between nations. What actions might a diplomat take to encourage peace? What are some factors that may cause diplomacy to fail? Please be sure to provide specific examples in your response. (Points: 40)
