Communitarianism in Governance Quiz
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What is emphasized in governance according to the text?

  • Community segregation
  • Direct participation and electoral competition
  • Individual rights
  • Expertise and moral judgment (correct)

    • How is identity shared in communitarianism?

  • Through governmental regulations
  • Through individual preferences
  • Through community norms and values (correct)
  • Through international treaties

    • What shapes citizenship according to the text?

  • Isolation from communities
  • Concern for the common good (correct)
  • Rejecting community norms
  • Concern for individual gain

    • What holds more importance than laws in communitarianism according to the text?

    <p>Community norms and values</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which process is described as helping people be active participants in building and strengthening their community?

    <p>Civic engagement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main concept of Cosmopolitan Citizenship?

    <p>Collective responsibility towards the world</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of citizenship emphasizes rights over participation?

    <p>Civil Citizenship</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the roles of Cosmopolitan Citizenship?

    <p>Providing aid and solving inequality</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which citizenship theory focuses on political participation through holding office or voting?

    <p>Political Citizenship</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which citizenship concept is described as more of an ideal than reality-based in the text?

    <p>Cosmopolitan Citizenship</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect does Civil Citizenship primarily emphasize?

    <p>Establishing rights for individual freedom</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of bureaucracy in the government?

    <p>To ensure equal application of the law</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which constitutional clause gives Congress the power to make laws necessary for executing its powers?

    <p>Necessary-and-proper clause</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the key issue in the Supreme Court case Miranda v. Arizona?

    <p>Violation of the Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significance of the Department of Education's creation?

    <p>It aimed to provide standardized education nationwide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which branch of government is responsible for appointing new branches to the bureaucracy?

    <p>Executive Branch</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Korematsu v. deal with primarily?

    <p>Internment of Japanese Americans during WWII</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main role of the state according to the Liberalism theory of citizenship?

    <p>To protect citizens in the exercise of their rights</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key criticism of the Liberalism theory of citizenship?

    <p>It underestimates individual differences in society</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Republicanism theory, how is the common good discovered?

    <p>Through deliberation and reaching consensus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key aspect of citizen participation in democracy?

    <p>Directly influencing political decisions and policies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are citizens entitled to from the government according to Marshall's view?

    <p>Education, healthcare, and social welfare</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Participatory Democracy, what are some pros of citizens participating directly in political decisions?

    <p>Improved public policies and accountability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the concept of Guardianship democracy about?

    <p>'Guardians' making political decisions for the public good</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is welfare provision different in America compared to the ideal system described by Marshall?

    <p>Welfare in America is means-tested</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Fraser and Gordon, how are Social Citizenship and Republicanism connected?

    <p>Through encouraging civic duty and engagement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do proponents of Social Citizenship and Communitarianism argue for in terms of citizenship traditions?

    <p>Fostering solidarity and shared responsibility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does technology impact interactions with the government, as mentioned in the text?

    <p>Enables digital renewal of services and easier access to information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what way does technology influence citizenship as discussed in the text?

    <p>Promotes engaged citizenship through social media</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of Madisonian Vision of US Democracy?

    <p>To prevent factions from overpowering the government</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of factions, what did James Madison propose as a solution to prevent tyranny of the majority?

    <p>Implementing a republican form of government</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of Pluralism as described in the text?

    <p>To encourage diverse groups to balance each other out in politics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Madison's concept of 'Ambition must be made to counteract ambition' relate to American politics?

    <p>It encourages a system where ambition serves as a check on ambition within the government</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Federalist Papers 51, what is the significance of 'ambition' in the context of democratic politics?

    <p>Ambition should serve as a counterbalance to prevent an abuse of power</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Pluralism differ from factionalism in the context of American politics?

    <p>Pluralism encourages diverse groups to balance each other out, whereas factionalism leads to in-fighting and contention</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Liberalism theory of citizenship, exercising rights is primarily viewed as:

    <p>The choice of citizens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key criticism of the Republicanism theory of citizenship as described in the text?

    <p>Emphasis on individual interests over common good</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary concept behind Participatory Democracy?

    <p>Direct influence of citizens on political decisions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which criticism is commonly associated with Guardianship democracy concept?

    <p>Ignoring the public good</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Liberalism theory view citizenship compared to Republicanism theory?

    <p>As a choice driven by rational self-interest</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes Participatory Democracy from Guardianship Democracy according to the text?

    <p>Citizens directly engage in decision-making vs. experts making decisions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between pure democracy and republic, according to Madison?

    <p>In pure democracy, decisions are made directly by the people, while in a republic, decisions are made by elected representatives.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are Bellamy's three main components of citizenship?

    <p>Rights, responsibilities, and political participation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the implications of social capital when it is in decline?

    <p>Decrease in civic engagement and trust within communities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of New Public Management/Reinventing Government theory?

    <p>Empowering citizens as customers in the public sector</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the strengths and weaknesses of direct democracy?

    <p>Strength: High level of citizen participation; Weakness: Susceptible to majority tyranny</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does a public bureaucracy relate to co-equal branches of government?

    <p>Bureaucracy is subordinate to the legislative branch but equal to the executive and judicial branches.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key difference between the welfare provision in America and the ideal system described by Marshall?

    <p>Welfare in America is means-tested, while in the ideal system it is universal.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does technology impact citizen interactions with the government according to the text?

    <p>Technology promotes engaged citizenship but reduces face-to-face interactions with the government.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what way do proponents of Social Citizenship and Communitarianism aim to foster citizenship traditions?

    <p>By promoting solidary and shared responsibility among citizens.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does technology influence citizen engagement with political information and news according to the text?

    <p>Technology promotes engaged citizenship but less interaction with political institutions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant aspect of Social Citizenship according to the text?

    <p>Promoting civic engagement through community participation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does technology primarily play in citizen interactions with government services as highlighted in the text?

    <p>Consolidating all services into one place and making them easier to access.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main prerequisite for the President to issue a proclamation according to federal law?

    <p>Finding that entry of covered aliens would be detrimental to the interests of the United States</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In terms of power, when does the President act most powerfully according to the text?

    <p>When acting pursuant to Congressional authorization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the first federal agency created as mentioned in the text?

    <p>The Interstate Commerce Commission (ICC)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does gridlock occur in government decision-making processes?

    <p>When different parties control different branches of government</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a concept explicitly mentioned in the Constitution regarding public administration?

    <p>'Bureaucracy'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what context does American history mention only postal offices initially?

    <p>In relation to early government services</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) as mentioned in the text?

    <p>Estimating costs of bills</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main role of the Congressional Research Service (CRS) discussed in the text?

    <p>Producing reports on legislative issues</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of Committee hearings as outlined in the text?

    <p>Review ongoing programs and agencies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the power of the purse give Congress authority over agencies?

    <p>By cutting agency budgets</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of Investigative hearings according to the text?

    <p>Investigating allegations of wrongdoing by officials</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key function of Support Offices like the Congressional Research Service (CRS) and Congressional Budget Office (CBO)?

    <p>Estimating costs of bills</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason behind dividing powers among branches of government?

    <p>To ensure that no individual or group threatens individual liberty</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of military power, what is the role of the president?

    <p>The president is commander in chief</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are members of each branch of government kept independent as per the text?

    <p>By minimizing involvement in selecting members of other branches</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required for important policy decisions according to the text?

    <p>Cooperation among branches</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In terms of appointment power, what is the role of Congress as per the text?

    <p>Congress must confirm appointments made by the president</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What feature ensures that no single branch decides important policy decisions alone?

    <p>Overlapping authority</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a referendum in the context of state and local government levels?

    <p>To provide a way for citizens to approve or reject a recently passed law</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of recall elections at the state and local levels?

    <p>They provide a check on the sovereign power of elected officials</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the ideal condition for high-benefit indicators in citizen participation?

    <p>When a citizen mandate is needed to break gridlock and validate policy implementation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes an initiative from a referendum in the political process?

    <p>An initiative involves citizens voting on a recently passed law, while a referendum bypasses the state legislature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What concept does the idea ranking tool template prioritize?

    <p>Need-ness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do citizens play in recall elections at state and local levels?

    <p>Citizens remove elected officials from office before their term ends</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of the NPM reform ideas adopted by the Clinton administration?

    <p>Reducing bureaucracy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which core values are emphasized in the reinventing government approach?

    <p>Economy, efficiency, and effectiveness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to entrepreneurial government principles, what does 'Competitive government' focus on?

    <p>Injecting competition into service delivery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'Results-oriented government' prioritize according to Osborne's principles?

    <p>Funding outcomes, not inputs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does 'Customer-driven government' redefine the relationship with clients?

    <p>By meeting the needs of the customer, not bureaucracy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main concept behind 'Anticipatory government' in entrepreneurial principles?

    <p>Prevention rather than cure</p> Signup and view all the answers

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