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Social Studies
9th -
12thgrade
AP Government Unit 4 American Political Beliefs and Ideologies
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- 1. Multiple Choice
Political and social philosophy emphasizing the belief that the needs of each person are more important than the needs of the whole society or group.
Individualism
Socialism
Free Enterprise
Equality of Outcome
- 2. Multiple Choice
An economic system in which private business operates in competition and largely free of state control or government intervention.
Individualism
Socialism
Free Enterprise
Equality of Outcome
- 3. Multiple Choice
Economic and political theories encouraging collective or governmental ownership and the administration of the means of production and distribution of goods.
Individualism
Socialism
Free Enterprise
Equality of Outcome
- 4. Multiple Choice
Giving people an equal chance to succeed.
Individualism
Socialism
Equality of Opportunity
Equality of Outcome
- 5. Multiple Choice
The concept that society must ensure that people are equal, and governments must design policies to redistribute wealth and status so that economic and social equality is actually achieved. (we dont believe in this concept)
Individualism
Socialism
Equality of Opportunity
Equality of Outcome
- 6. Multiple Choice
A principle of constitutional government in which the government's powers are defined and limited by a constitution.
Limited Government
Party Platform
Polarization
Means Test
- 7. Multiple Choice
A political party's formal statement of its basic principles, objectives, and positions on major issues.
Limited Government
Party Platform
Polarization
Means Test
- 8. Multiple Choice
A political philosophy that advocates free will and maximizes individual rights while minimizing the role of government; the role of government is limited simply protecting the rights of people.
Populism
Libertarian
Conservative
Liberal
- 9. Multiple Choice
Political ideology that generally supports the idea that the federal government should take a less active role in the nation's problems. Favors less intervention on economic issues and more intervention on social issues. Tends to value tradition.
Populism
Libertarian
Conservative
Liberal
- 10. Multiple Choice
Political ideology that generally supports the idea that the federal government should take an active role in solving the nation's domestic problems. Tend to support government spending on social issues.
Populism
Libertarian
Conservative
Liberal
- 11. Multiple Choice
Political ideology that falls between liberal and conservative and which may include some of both; usually thought of as tolerant of others' political opinions and not likely to hold extreme views on issues.
3rd Parties
Republican
Democrat
Moderate
- 12. Multiple Choice
One of the two major modern American political parties. It emerged in the 1850s as an antislavery party and consisted of former northern Whigs and antislavery Democrats. Now the party is conservative (pro-life, anti-affirmative action, anti-too much government intervention, anti-taxing on the rich, pro-death penalty).
3rd Parties
Republican
Democrat
Moderate
- 13. Multiple Choice
The process by which we develop our political attitudes, values, and beliefs.
Gender Gap
Demographics
Political Socialization
Political Ideology
- 14. Multiple Choice
A more or less consistent set of beliefs about what policies government ought to pursue.
Gender Gap
Demographics
Political Socialization
Political Ideology
- 15. Multiple Choice
Differences in political views between women and men.
Gender Gap
Demographics
Political Socialization
Political Ideology
- 16. Multiple Choice
The belief the government must manage the economy by spending more money when in a recession and cutting spending when there is inflation.
Keynesian Economics
Supply-Side Economics
- 17. Multiple Choice
Economic theory that lower taxes and fewer regulations will stimulate the economy as businesses and individuals invest their money, thereby creating higher tax revenue.
Keynesian Economics
Supply-Side Economics
Monetary Policy
Fiscal Policy
- 18. Multiple Choice
Managing the economy by the use of tax and spending laws.
Keynesian Economics
Supply-Side Economics
Monetary Policy
Fiscal Policy
- 19. Multiple Choice
Managing the economy by altering the supply of money and interest rates.
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Monetary Policy
Fiscal Policy
- 20. Multiple Choice
How people think or feel about particular things
Poll
Public Opinion
Representative Sample
Random Sample
- 21. Multiple Choice
A survey of public opinion.
Poll
Public Opinion
Representative Sample
Random Sample
- 22. Multiple Choice
Method of selecting from a population in which each person has an equal probability of being selected.
Poll
Public Opinion
Representative Sample
Random Sample
- 23. Multiple Choice
A sample that accurately reflects the characteristics of the population as a whole.
Poll
Public Opinion
Representative Sample
Random Sample
- 24. Multiple Choice
A choice that government makes in response to a political issue. A policy is a course of action taken with regard to some problem.
Federal Reserve Board
Iron Triangle
Public Policy
Policy Entrepreneurs
- 25. Multiple Choice
An independent agency of the federal government established in 1913 to regulate the nation's banking, financial industry, and monetary policy.
Federal Reserve Board
Iron Triangle
Public Policy
Policy Entrepreneurs
- 26. Multiple Choice
A document that states tax collections, spending levels, and the allocation of spending among purposes at the Federal Government level.
Federal Budget
National Debt
Deficit
Gross Domestic Product (GDP)
- 27. Multiple Choice
The result of when the government in one year spends more money than it takes in from taxes.
Federal Budget
National Debt
Deficit
Gross Domestic Product (GDP)
- 28. Multiple Choice
Polls conducted as voters leave selected polling places on Election Day—helps media predict the outcomes of the race.
Straw Poll
Exit Poll
Tracking Poll
Poll Tax
- 29. Multiple Choice
Continuous surveys that enable a campaign or news organization to chart a candidate's daily rise or fall in support.
Straw Poll
Exit Poll
Tracking Poll
Poll Tax
- 30. Multiple Choice
An individual's identification with a party; whether they consider themselves a Democrat, Republican, or Independent.
Sampling Error
Partisan or Partisanship
Political Participation
Voting-Eligible Population
- 31. Multiple Choice
The difference between the results of random samples taken at the same time.
Sampling Error
Partisanship
Political Participation
Voting-Eligible Population
- 32. Multiple Choice
The many different ways that people take part in politics and government.
Sampling Error
Partisanship
Political Participation
Voting-Eligible Population
- 33. Multiple Choice
A liberal response to the “strained resources” of local government most likely would include
a reduction of federal income taxes so that state and local governments can use those resources.
less federal regulation and more authority for local school boards to create curricula and standards.
an increase in federal spending on public education and more programs aimed at helping lower-income communities.
encouraging state and local governments to offer vouchers so that students can attend private or charter schools.
- 34. Multiple Choice
Which of the following best describes an exit poll?
A poll that asks voters at randomly selected voting places whom they voted for so that election results can be predicted more quickly
A poll conducted by having a computer randomly select phone numbers from around the country
An opinion poll that is used to intentionally sway people’s opinions by using false or misleading information in the conversation
A poll that randomly samples a population to capture public opinion at a given time
- 35. Multiple Choice
Which of the following policies would an individual who identifies as a Democrat most likely support?
Reducing regulations on Wall Street to stimulate economic growth
Decreasing the role of the federal government to ensure access to health care
Increasing federal enforcement of immigration laws
Strengthening anti-discrimination policies for married gay couples
- 36. Multiple Choice
Which of the following policies is most likely to cause tension between the competing values of individualism and equality of opportunity?
Expanding the national defense system
Reducing environmental regulations
Decreasing funding for space exploration
Implementing affirmative action programs
- 37. Multiple Choice
Which of the following measures would a president adhering to Keynesian economic principles most likely employ during an economic recession?
An executive order to increase the amount of money in circulation in the economy
A budget with significant increases in spending for unemployment benefits and public works projects
Legislation to cut individual and corporate income tax rates and decrease regulation of the economy
A national budget with dramatic cuts in federal spending on entitlement programs like Social Security
- 38. Multiple Choice
Which of the following correctly identifies a factor that is a significant influence on the development of individual political attitudes, and one that is not?
Religious upbringing is an important source of influence, while interaction with peers is NOT a significant influence.
Reporting by the media is an important source of influence, while education about the political system is NOT a significant influence.
Relationships with family are an important source of influence, while membership in civic organizations is NOT a significant influence.
Major political events are an important source of influence, while laws related to voter registration are NOT a significant influence.
- 39. Multiple Choice
In which of the following situations would public opinion polls most likely affect the way a member of the House of Representatives from New York votes on legislation?
Nationwide polling indicates that Americans overwhelmingly favor passage of the legislation.
Polling within New York indicates that voters support passage of the legislation.
Public opinion polls within the member's New York district reflect shifting opinions on the legislation.
A public opinion poll in the member's New York district indicates that voters oppose the legislation.
- 40. Multiple Choice
Which of the following represents a typical liberal viewpoint on the right to privacy?
The right to privacy is not expressly outlined in the Constitution and should be overturned in future precedent.
The right to privacy should apply to one's home and internet usage, but not to birth control or abortion.
The right to privacy is implied in the Constitution and should be protected from birth control to cell phones.
The federal government should be able to monitor a citizen's activity at all times through computers, cameras and phones.
- 41. Multiple Choice
Which of the following best represents a typical conservative viewpoint on environmental regulation?
Those making environmental regulations should take more consideration to the impact on businesses and corporations.
this one is right but there is probably a more right one....
Environmental regulation is necessary to protect the environment from destruction at the hands of businesses.
Environmental regulation should be handled by the corporations themselves and not something forced upon them.
The United States should sign environmental regulation treaties to ensure that our policy is enforced by the international community.
- 42. Multiple Choice
Which of the following correctly describes conservative and liberal positions on social issues?
Conservatives believe poverty can best be solved through private charity, while liberals believe government programs are needed to help fight poverty.
Conservatives believe civil rights protections should be expanded to include homosexuals, while liberals believe civil rights legislation improperly increases the power of the federal government.
Conservatives believe increased environmental protections are necessary to limit climate change, while liberals believe government regulations are overly burdensome on businesses.
Conservatives believe abortion right should be protected, while liberals believe access to abortion should be restricted.
- 43. Multiple Choice
A candidate running for President wants to better understand how her target voters obtain their political beliefs. Her campaign polls 500 voters to ask them about this subject. The majority of those surveyed will likely align with those of
their former schools and teachers
their friends on social media
their favorite media outlet
their parents
- 44. Multiple Choice
As Americans reach middle and old age, it is generally true that they become more
individualistic
influenced by friends and peers
conservative
culturally aware
- 45. Multiple ChoiceAn economic system characterized by private property, competitive markets, economic incentives, and limited government involvement in the production, distribution, and pricing of goods and services.SocialismCommunismCapitalismTraditional
- 46. Multiple ChoiceLife, Liberty, and PropertyIndividual RightsHuman RightsNatural RightsLockesian Truths
- 47. Multiple ChoiceA belief that power ultimately resides with the peoplemajority rulepopular sovereigntyconsent of the governedpower to the people
- 48. Multiple ChoiceOne core American attitude about the economic system iswidely held commitment ot individualism and personal responsibilitythe belief that social welfare policies should be expandeda commitment to help all citizens, whether or not they are truly in needbelief that wages should be based on economic need as well as hard work
- 49. Multiple ChoiceAmericans think it very important that everyone should beeconomically equalpolitically equalboth politically and economically equalneither politically or economically equal
- 50. Multiple Choice**** MMQ**** Agree-Disagree v. Forced Choice Questions
Agree-Disagree
The best way to ensure peace is through military strength. (55% agree, 42% disagree)
Forced Choice
The best way to ensure peace is through military strength (33%)
OR
Diplomacy is the best way to ensure peace (55%)
Source: Pew Research Center, 1999.
Which of the following is the best conclusion a polling group might draw from the results of the two polls?Including loaded phrases such as “military strength” in questions skews the results of the poll.Asking the same question twice biases respondents, encouraging them to change their position.Using an agree-or-disagree format encourages respondents to agree with the position.A majority of Americans support using military force to ensure peace. - 51. Multiple Choice****MMQ*****Which of the following public policies is best supported by the notion of free enterprise?The government subsidizing the cost of milkCongress passing legislation bailing out the automobile industryTaxpayers funding a national high-speed railway serviceAfter a review, the Federal Trade Commission approving a corporate merger of cable providers
- 52. Multiple Choice
We used to call these group factions.....
Interest Groups
Senators
Federal Reserve
Bill to Law
- 53. Multiple Choice
A group or institution that links the people and government together in various ways is/are known as a
linkage instituion
policy impact
congress
executive branch
- 54. Multiple ChoiceWhat was the warning that many of our founding fathers gave about political parties?They would be ineffective at running the nationIt would be too expensiveThere would be too many political partiesThey would divide the country
- 55. Multiple ChoiceWhich of the following is NOT considered a Linkage Institution?Political PartiesSocial MediabureaucraciesElections
- 56. Multiple ChoiceWhich term BEST describes a list of principles/beliefs held by a political party?public policyprimary electionspropagandaparty platform
- 57. Multiple Choice
Which of the following correctly defines a linkage institution?
A linkage institution provides Americans with economic assistance.
A linkage institution connects Americans to the political process
A linkage institution is part of the checks and balances system.
A linkage institution relates to the Supreme Court?
- 58. Multiple Choice
Less Economic regulation in the marketplace (economy or business)
Conservative
Liberal
- 59. Multiple Choice
More Economic regulation in the marketplace (economy or business)
Conservative
Liberal
- 60. Multiple Choice
Believes lower taxes especially on business is good for the economy and is a core belief
Conservative
Liberal
- 61. Multiple Choice
Believes in taxation and using the money for the social good....especially taxing big businesses....and taxing rich people
Conservative
Liberal
- 62. Multiple Choice
Believes in cutting government spending especially on entitlement programs (welfare)
Conservative
Liberal
- 63. Multiple Choice
Believes in spending more government money on government programs (welfare, healthcare) to promote social equality....and even out the economic equality
Liberal
Conservative
- 64. Multiple Choice
Increase military spending
conservative
liberal
- 65. Multiple Choice
Decrease military spending
Liberal
Conservative
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