16 Questions
What is a budget surplus?
The amount by which government revenues are more than government spending during a specified period
What does the term 'Amendment' refer to?
A proposal to change, or an actual change to, a given piece of legislation
What is the role of a 'Chairperson' in the context of the text?
Member of the majority party who presides over the work of a committee
What is the definition of 'Bureaucracy'?
An administrative way of organizing large numbers of people to work together; usually relies on specialization, hierarchy, and standard operating procedure
What does the term 'Authority' refer to?
The ability of the government to exercise power without resorting to violence
What is a 'Campaign' in the context of the text?
(noun) An organized effort to win an election
What is the meaning of 'delegate' in the context of political parties?
A representative chosen to vote for a specific candidate at a national convention
What does 'deterrence' refer to in international relations?
Threatening to use military force to prevent another state from taking a particular course of action
What characterizes a 'dictatorship' government?
An absolute government where one person holds all the power for self-interest
What is the primary goal of 'diplomacy' in international relations?
Negotiating and dealing with other nations to achieve goals without force
What is 'economic growth'?
The expansion of the economy, leading to the creation of more jobs and more wealth
What does 'equality of opportunity' aim to achieve?
Giving everyone the same chances to compete and achieve based on their talent
What is a 'fiscal year' as used in government accounting?
A twelve-month period used for accounting and budget purposes by the government
What does 'globalization' refer to?
The breakdown of state borders and the rise of international and global organizations and governments
What is an 'interest group' focused on?
Protecting and promoting a common interest by influencing the government
What is 'international law' primarily composed of?
Set of agreements, traditions, and norms built up over time that restricts what states can do
Test your understanding of government-related terminologies and concepts with this glossary quiz. From amendments to budget deficits, this quiz covers key terms and their definitions.
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