17 Questions
What is a key ideal that calls for equal treatment for all and the destruction of socioeconomic inequalities?
Egalitarianism
Which action may a government take if it prioritizes national security over individual liberty?
Authorize phone tapping
What is described as a vital ingredient of politics that connects citizens to government?
Voting
In a government where liberty is more important, what is likely to happen regarding law enforcement intrusions?
Increase restrictions on intrusions
Which form of political engagement involves handing out flyers promoting a candidate?
Handing out flyers promoting a candidate
What is a key role that citizens play in influencing government decisions according to the text?
Policy decisions
According to John Locke, what natural rights do all people have?
Life, liberty, and property
What did Adam Smith argue regarding people's freedom to acquire property?
There should be no restrictions on how people acquire property
In the eighteenth century, what developed into the idea that people should govern themselves through elected representatives?
Representative democracy
What did Adam Smith believe would ensure that prices remained low and faulty goods disappeared from the market?
Competition
Which concept forms the basis for industrial capitalism as discussed by Adam Smith?
Free market economy
In what year was Adam Smith's book 'The Wealth of Nations' published?
1776
What is the main concern expressed by many Americans about the government in the United States?
Influence of a small group of economic and political elites
How do many people interpret the presence of multiple levels and branches of government in the United States?
As evidence of influence by competing groups
What do some political theorists argue about who influences government actions in the United States?
Only economic and political elites have influence
What is one way in which U.S. citizens can participate in government?
By joining political parties
How does pluralism differ from elitism in terms of governance?
Pluralism emphasizes influence by competing groups
Test your knowledge on government ideals and policies including egalitarianism, national security, public spending, and individual liberty. Explore various scenarios where governments make decisions based on different priorities and values.
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