Politics of the United States Questions

select whether each quote represents an elitist, a pluralist, or a majoritarian view of democracy."All, too, will bear in mind this sacred principle, that though the will of the majority is in all cases to prevail, that will to be rightful must be reasonable. . . ."—Thomas Jefferson

The First Continental Congress met in Philadelphia in a. 1774. b. 1801. c. 1781. d. 1722.

select whether each quote represents an elitist, a pluralist, or a majoritarian view of democracy."Interest groups disproportionately represent people and corporations that can afford to meet the cost of organized persuasion."—Charles Lindblom

According to the video, which of the following statements about the debt ceiling conflict are accurate? Check all that apply. The conflict arose in part because the president and Congress generally have to compromise in order to resolve these kinds of fiscal problems. Republicans in Congress agree that the president has the legal right to continue borrowing money, but they argue that he shouldn't do so. Refusing to raise the debt ceiling would mean the Treasury could not pay bills already accrued. This report raises the idea that the president could bypass Congress using a provision in the Fourteenth Amendment. Raising the debt ceiling is a tough decision because so many people have strong, well-informed opinions on the issue.

select whether each quote represents an elitist, a pluralist, or a majoritarian view of democracy.This "conception of society, therefore, sees a vast profusion of group interests represented and embodied by political groups, none of which has the power to prevail over the rest."—Michael Foley

Frustrated with their powerlessness, the colonists fought for the right to __________ . Arguing, as they did in the Declaration of Independence, that all men were created equal and entitled to __________ , the Congress vowed to create new institutions operating on these principles.

Which of these statements reflect reasons Thomas Paine gave for declaring independence from British rule? Check all that apply. King George lacked the education to make wise policy decisions. King George's reign was colored by abusive uses of power. The king was envious of the colonies' prosperity. The king was unable to act efficiently due to checks on his power.

Lucy is a college junior who remains active in politics because she wants the government to invest more money in job creation so she can find a job after graduation. Lucy's reason for political involvement is a. civic interest. b. self-interest. c. political equality. d. party identification

________ is the idea that citizens get involved in the political process because they want to be part of the volunteer organizations that make up the civil society that enables communities to flourish. a. Civic interest b. Political culture c. Self-interest d. Public agenda

Identify each event as an example of direct or indirect democracy.Voters in Colorado choose to legalize the sale of marijuana for recreational use.

In 2014, the national debt was more than ________ , a more than three-fold increase from 20 years ago. a. $3 trillion. b. $17.5 trillion. c. $100 trillion. d. $220 trillion.

James Madison stated that ________ is the best check on excesses of power that threaten fair and just government. a. a strong judiciary. b. the electoral process c. an engaged public. d. governmental checks and balances

Identify each event as an example of direct or indirect democracy.A member of Congress from the Midwest votes for farm subsidies

Which of the following statements are true about democracy and the rule of law? Check all that apply. If a law is unjust, then under the rule of law, government officials should ignore it. In a democracy, the power to govern is derived from the people.In a democracy, officeholders operate in the absence of the rule of law. The rule of law requires that those who govern and the governed both abide by the laws if the land.

In the video, Representative Sam Johnson (R-TX) asserts that _________ illegal immigrants rewards people for breaking the law and encourages others to do the same. Johnson claims that, by side-stepping ______ and acting independently under his authority as chief executive, President Obama has undermined the rule of law and weakened U.S. border security.

Individuals whose views fall on the left end of the political ideology scale are called a. conservatives. b. liberals. c. moderates. d. populists.

What is the purpose of the "Gateways to Learning" section at the end of each chapter of this text? a. to add additional material to supplement the chapter b. to provide objectives, summaries, and questions to test your comprehension c. to introduce the concepts in the following chapter d. to provide a gradable concept check on the chapter's concepts

Which branch of government is charged with interpreting the law? a. legislature b. executive branch c. judiciary d. administrative branch

Which generation's youth is described as more likely to be optimistic, practical, concerned for the welfare of others and committed to political involvement? a. the "Greatest Generation" b. the Millennials c. Generation X d. the Baby Boomers

Who wrote Democracy in America as a study of American institutions and culture? a. Locke b. Tocqueville c. Hobbes d. Shakespeare