psci 2305 exam 1 (1-5) questions and
answers
Which of the following BEST describes political culture?
the ways in which politicians and political actors interact with each other
the scientific measurement of attitudes, also known as public opinion
a set of shared values, beliefs, and behaviors that relate to government and politics
the attitudes and values within political institutions ranging from small-town city councils
to the federal government - Answer -a set of shared values, beliefs, and behaviors that
relate to government and politics
Why do elected leaders and other political actors use elements of political culture to
assist them in their efforts?
Invoking elements of political culture is the only means by which they can communicate
with voters.
Invoking elements of political culture enables them to change this culture.
They can use political culture to influence voters.
They are not generally capable of original thinking. - Answer -They can use political
culture to influence voters.
What is political socialization?
the process that individuals must go through in order to learn the norms and political
institutions within their community
the way that people acquire beliefs, values, and habits of thought and action related to
government, politics, and society
the process of learning facts about how the world operates
the way in which overall political culture is formed in a state or nation - Answer -the way
that people acquire beliefs, values, and habits of thought and action related to
government, politics, and society
In what way do parents usually influence their children's political socialization?
through subtle comments and body language regarding different actors and influences
in society
by directly teaching their children theories of democracy with particular partisan biases
by taking their children to political events, activities, and rallies in order to help children
understand the democratic process
by openly questioning the political influences children encounter at school - Answer -
through subtle comments and body language regarding different actors and influences
in society
,What role do public schools play in the process of political socialization?
They teach political history and promote patriotism and civic engagement.
They attempt to influence students to support politically conservative policies and
candidates.
They encourage debate over controversial issues and require political participation in
the community.
They attempt to influence students to support politically liberal policies and candidates. -
Answer -They teach political history and promote patriotism and civic engagement.
What role do religious agents play in the process of political socialization?
They teach political history and promote patriotism and civic engagement.
They encourage debate over controversial issues and require political participation in
the community.
They tend to reproduce society's core values.
They challenge and upend traditional values in favor of progressive agendas. - Answer -
They tend to reproduce society's core values.
Which of the following describes classical liberalism?
the belief that changes in traditional practices should be greeted with an open mind
the notion that government should actively intervene in society to foster socially and
economically just outcomes
the valuing of political arrangements that permit the fullest exercise of individual liberty
without unreasonably restricting the liberties of others
the embrace of traditional hierarchical social relations, and the interpretation of social
change as a threat to established practices and beliefs - Answer -the valuing of political
arrangements that permit the fullest exercise of individual liberty without unreasonably
restricting the liberties of others
Which political ideology places a particular value on traditional religious beliefs and
practices?
classical liberalism
liberalism
populism
social conservatism - Answer -social conservatism
Which political ideology is associated primarily with the Republican Party today?
social conservatism
liberalism
populism
classical liberalism - Answer -social conservatism
Which political ideology is concerned primarily with the well-being of ordinary people?
liberalism
social conservatism
classical liberalism
, populism - Answer -populism
Which political group dominated elections at all levels in Texas for nearly a century
following Reconstruction?
the Democratic Party
the Republican Party
Populists
independents - Answer -the Democratic Party
Texas's size and history, as well as its political and cultural variety, have contributed to
the development of what might be called a "pragmatic center." Which of the following
statements is true regarding the pragmatic center in Texas?
It is quite moderate, and compares to the pragmatic center of coastal metropolises of
the United States.
The pragmatic center has been dominated by the Democratic Party and its associated
interest groups.
It tends to reflect relatively conservative, pro-business policy preferences.
The pragmatic center in Texas reflects the historical strength of both parties, and is
particularly influenced by populist values. - Answer -It tends to reflect relatively
conservative, pro-business policy preferences.
Which of the following is a characteristic of the political climate in Texas after the civil
rights movement?
a comparatively low level of state-funded social services, which are kept minimal by a
general hostility toward progressive taxation
culturally liberal social policies in areas such as education, religion, and civil rights
policies that support government-driven economic growth, such as environmental
regulations that stimulate businesses
a strong third-party influence that has offset the power of Democrats and Republicans -
Answer -a comparatively low level of state-funded social services, which are kept
minimal by a general hostility toward progressive taxation
Which of the following is TRUE of indigenous groups in early Texas history?
They consisted of a range of subgroups and cultures, which makes it difficult to
generalize their contributions to Texas politics.
Their cultural influences are still largely prevalent through contemporary Texas.
They were not affected by the expansion of Anglo American settlements in the eastern
part of the continent.
Their primary cultural traits were influenced by their agricultural and trade practices. -
Answer -They consisted of a range of subgroups and cultures, which makes it difficult to
generalize their contributions to Texas politics.
Direct Spanish influence on the culture of Texas is overshadowed by which of the
following related cultural influences?
Cuban culture
Mexican culture
answers
Which of the following BEST describes political culture?
the ways in which politicians and political actors interact with each other
the scientific measurement of attitudes, also known as public opinion
a set of shared values, beliefs, and behaviors that relate to government and politics
the attitudes and values within political institutions ranging from small-town city councils
to the federal government - Answer -a set of shared values, beliefs, and behaviors that
relate to government and politics
Why do elected leaders and other political actors use elements of political culture to
assist them in their efforts?
Invoking elements of political culture is the only means by which they can communicate
with voters.
Invoking elements of political culture enables them to change this culture.
They can use political culture to influence voters.
They are not generally capable of original thinking. - Answer -They can use political
culture to influence voters.
What is political socialization?
the process that individuals must go through in order to learn the norms and political
institutions within their community
the way that people acquire beliefs, values, and habits of thought and action related to
government, politics, and society
the process of learning facts about how the world operates
the way in which overall political culture is formed in a state or nation - Answer -the way
that people acquire beliefs, values, and habits of thought and action related to
government, politics, and society
In what way do parents usually influence their children's political socialization?
through subtle comments and body language regarding different actors and influences
in society
by directly teaching their children theories of democracy with particular partisan biases
by taking their children to political events, activities, and rallies in order to help children
understand the democratic process
by openly questioning the political influences children encounter at school - Answer -
through subtle comments and body language regarding different actors and influences
in society
,What role do public schools play in the process of political socialization?
They teach political history and promote patriotism and civic engagement.
They attempt to influence students to support politically conservative policies and
candidates.
They encourage debate over controversial issues and require political participation in
the community.
They attempt to influence students to support politically liberal policies and candidates. -
Answer -They teach political history and promote patriotism and civic engagement.
What role do religious agents play in the process of political socialization?
They teach political history and promote patriotism and civic engagement.
They encourage debate over controversial issues and require political participation in
the community.
They tend to reproduce society's core values.
They challenge and upend traditional values in favor of progressive agendas. - Answer -
They tend to reproduce society's core values.
Which of the following describes classical liberalism?
the belief that changes in traditional practices should be greeted with an open mind
the notion that government should actively intervene in society to foster socially and
economically just outcomes
the valuing of political arrangements that permit the fullest exercise of individual liberty
without unreasonably restricting the liberties of others
the embrace of traditional hierarchical social relations, and the interpretation of social
change as a threat to established practices and beliefs - Answer -the valuing of political
arrangements that permit the fullest exercise of individual liberty without unreasonably
restricting the liberties of others
Which political ideology places a particular value on traditional religious beliefs and
practices?
classical liberalism
liberalism
populism
social conservatism - Answer -social conservatism
Which political ideology is associated primarily with the Republican Party today?
social conservatism
liberalism
populism
classical liberalism - Answer -social conservatism
Which political ideology is concerned primarily with the well-being of ordinary people?
liberalism
social conservatism
classical liberalism
, populism - Answer -populism
Which political group dominated elections at all levels in Texas for nearly a century
following Reconstruction?
the Democratic Party
the Republican Party
Populists
independents - Answer -the Democratic Party
Texas's size and history, as well as its political and cultural variety, have contributed to
the development of what might be called a "pragmatic center." Which of the following
statements is true regarding the pragmatic center in Texas?
It is quite moderate, and compares to the pragmatic center of coastal metropolises of
the United States.
The pragmatic center has been dominated by the Democratic Party and its associated
interest groups.
It tends to reflect relatively conservative, pro-business policy preferences.
The pragmatic center in Texas reflects the historical strength of both parties, and is
particularly influenced by populist values. - Answer -It tends to reflect relatively
conservative, pro-business policy preferences.
Which of the following is a characteristic of the political climate in Texas after the civil
rights movement?
a comparatively low level of state-funded social services, which are kept minimal by a
general hostility toward progressive taxation
culturally liberal social policies in areas such as education, religion, and civil rights
policies that support government-driven economic growth, such as environmental
regulations that stimulate businesses
a strong third-party influence that has offset the power of Democrats and Republicans -
Answer -a comparatively low level of state-funded social services, which are kept
minimal by a general hostility toward progressive taxation
Which of the following is TRUE of indigenous groups in early Texas history?
They consisted of a range of subgroups and cultures, which makes it difficult to
generalize their contributions to Texas politics.
Their cultural influences are still largely prevalent through contemporary Texas.
They were not affected by the expansion of Anglo American settlements in the eastern
part of the continent.
Their primary cultural traits were influenced by their agricultural and trade practices. -
Answer -They consisted of a range of subgroups and cultures, which makes it difficult to
generalize their contributions to Texas politics.
Direct Spanish influence on the culture of Texas is overshadowed by which of the
following related cultural influences?
Cuban culture
Mexican culture
