Comparative Government and Politics: Federalism and Political Systems

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Which type of political system is characterized by the concentration of power in the hands of a small, privileged group or class?

Democracy
Totalitarian dictatorship
Aristocracy
Oligarchy (correct)

Which political system is characterized by the absolute control of the state over all aspects of society, including the economy, social life, and individual freedoms?

Aristocracy
Totalitarian dictatorship (correct)
Oligarchy
Democracy

Which type of political system is characterized by rule by a hereditary nobility or aristocratic class?

Aristocracy (correct)
Totalitarian dictatorship
Democracy
Oligarchy

What is the primary focus of the field of comparative government and politics?

The comparison of political systems across different countries (D) Signup and view all the answers

In a free enterprise system, what is the role of government regulation?

To provide a legal and regulatory framework to ensure fair competition and protect consumer interests (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of political system is characterized by the division and sharing of governance powers between a general government and regional powers?

Federalism (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of federalism as described in the text?

Centralization of power in a single authority (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an advantage of federalism?

Checks and balances through the diffusion of governmental power (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes an oligarchy in the context of comparative government and politics?

A system where power is concentrated in the hands of a small, privileged group (A) Signup and view all the answers

In the context of comparative government and politics, what is a totalitarian dictatorship?

A system where power is centralized under a single, authoritarian ruler with complete control (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes an aristocracy in the context of comparative government and politics?

A system where power is concentrated in the hands of a small, privileged group based on birth or wealth (D) Signup and view all the answers

In the context of a free enterprise system, what is the role of government regulation?

To establish rules and guidelines to ensure fair competition and protect consumers (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about the presidential system is true?

There is a separation of powers with checks and balances between branches. (C) Signup and view all the answers

In a parliamentary system, which of the following statements is true?

The prime minister and cabinet are leaders of the majority party in parliament. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which form of government is associated with an oligarchy?

Aristocracy (A) Signup and view all the answers

In a totalitarian dictatorship, which branch of government typically holds the most power?

Executive (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements best describes the concept of comparative government and politics?

The study of how different forms of government and political systems operate and interact. (C) Signup and view all the answers

In a free enterprise system with government regulation, which of the following roles does the government typically play?

The government sets rules and regulations to promote fair competition and protect consumers. (A) Signup and view all the answers