16 Questions
What is the term 'politics' generally applied to?
All of the above
What is the origin of the word 'political'?
From the Greek word 'polis' meaning a city-state
What does governance relate to?
All of the above
What does political science study?
State and government
Why study political science according to the text?
Because government has become everybody's business
What is the definition of governance according to the text?
Decisions that define expectations, grant power, or verify performance
What is one benefit of studying political science mentioned in the text?
Understanding the structure and function of different branches of government
What activities are intimately linked with the affairs of government?
Law, foreign service, public administration, business, education, journalism, and information technology
How did the ancient Greeks define an 'idiot'?
Someone who never voted, never kept abreast of government affairs, and never discussed public issues in conversations
What does the term 'state' refer to when Americans mention 'New York State'?
One of the fifty states of the United States of America
What are the four inherent elements of a state?
People, government, territory, independence from foreign rule
In what context is the word 'state' used when referring to 'church and state'?
Refers to the government as part of the state
Why is it important for a state to have people living within it?
Without people, there can be no functionaries to govern and no subjects to be governed
What is the main focus of political science?
Study of state, government, and politics
How does studying political science make one a better citizen?
By enabling one to understand their rights and duties as citizens
What professions are mentioned as being linked to political science studies?
Law, foreign service, public administration, business, education, journalism, and information technology
Test your knowledge about the basic concepts of politics and governance including social relations involving authority, regulation of political units, and methods used to formulate policy.
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