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When did contemporary political science start to take shape as a distinct field?
When did contemporary political science start to take shape as a distinct field?
- Mid-20th century
- Latter half of the 19th century (correct)
- Early 18th century
- Late 17th century
What are the three main sub-disciplines of modern political science?
What are the three main sub-disciplines of modern political science?
- Comparative politics, international relations, and political theory (correct)
- Legal studies, political psychology, and diplomatic history
- Public administration, political economy, and political philosophy
- Political sociology, public policy, and political geography
What were the antecedents of the modern discipline of political science?
What were the antecedents of the modern discipline of political science?
- Literature, linguistics, fine arts, and cultural studies
- Moral philosophy, political economy, political theology, history, and other normative fields (correct)
- Engineering, mathematics, physics, and computer science
- Anthropology, astronomy, sociology, and psychology
What was uncommon in the late 19th century regarding the distinction of political science from history?
What was uncommon in the late 19th century regarding the distinction of political science from history?
What is the primary focus of political science as a social science?
What is the primary focus of political science as a social science?