Introduction to Sociology Quiz

<p>Work together towards a common good (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Moral bonds of means and end (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Members are solely based on familial ties (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It guides cooperative efforts towards the common good (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It actively fosters the development of critical facilities (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It remedies human deficiencies of intellect or will. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It disappears when a child reaches adulthood. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Democracy allows for popular participation through electoral processes. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Economic superiority. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Political contestation. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Government derives its power from the citizenry. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Encouraging public participation in social movements. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Authority becomes unnecessary in a perfect society. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Providing civic education (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Methods used by ordinary people to share information (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It can become an obstacle to democratization (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>By providing public education and monitoring undemocratic practices (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Print media (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Modern technology and media (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Creating a monopoly on information (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Assist citizens in accessing justice for rights violations (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The ability to govern citizens without external influence (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>As the apparatus through which the state operates (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It makes laws (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Power that is legal according to established law and morally justifiable (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It is never allowed by law (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It is expensive due to duplication of government departments. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Power that cannot be reasonably defended (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The President (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The citizens' will and engagement (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Parliament (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It interprets and applies laws (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Power is obtained through military strength or force. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The president may exercise powers indirectly through other officers. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>As long as they have the confidence of Parliament (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Civilian government (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>There is a general opposition to military governments. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Elections must be held regularly and should be free and fair. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>People have some private ownership and can choose their work. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Using public funds for personal benefit or illegal gain. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Elections held under intimidation or fraud. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Minimal interference while allowing free markets to exist. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>There should be easy access to voting for all eligible citizens. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Implementing checks and balances within government structures. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Freedom of religion and conscience. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The ability of a state to make and carry out decisions independently of other states, including governing its own territory and citizens.

The concrete system through which a state's objectives are achieved. It consists of the legislative, executive, and judicial branches.

The right of a state to interact with other sovereign states on behalf of its citizens.

The ability to influence or control others through positive rewards or negative sanctions.

Power that is allowed by law.

Power that is not allowed by law.

Power that is both legal and justifiable on moral grounds.

Power that is allowed by law but is not justifiable on moral grounds.

A group of individuals united by shared behaviors, relations, or common interests that distinguish them from others.

The essential unit of a society, without whom society cannot exist.

A sustained connection between members of a society, lasting for a significant period of time.

The collective effort of society members towards a shared goal that benefits everyone.

The moral principles and agreements that hold society together.

A force in society that guides cooperative efforts towards the common good.

The ability of a society to exist and function effectively, requiring a guiding force to direct collective efforts toward common goals.

Authority that diminishes as individuals acquire the skills and knowledge to act independently. Examples: Parental authority fading as children grow up, or corrective authority ending when a reformed criminal takes responsibility.

Authority that serves a fundamental purpose in society, even in a utopia where everyone is perfectly capable. It addresses the need to make choices when there are multiple equally good options.

The ability of citizens to participate in the political process through free and fair elections, ensuring a peaceful transfer of power.

The ability of people to openly express their opinions and concerns about government policies without fear of reprisal, including freedom of speech and press.

The system where the people hold the ultimate power, through electing representatives and participating in the political process.

A form of government where the people elect representatives to govern.

A core concept of democracy that allows for peaceful transfer of power between individuals, ensuring stability and order.

Citizens can freely participate in electing representatives who make government decisions. This ensures that the government reflects the people's will, and officials can be peacefully removed from office.

Citizens have the right to express their views on government actions and policies. The press can investigate and report on government operations without fear of censorship.

The government allows citizens to own property and businesses, participate in the labor market, and make choices about their work. This fosters economic growth and opportunity.

Individuals have the freedom to practice their own religion or beliefs without interference from the government.

Government officials are accountable for their actions and cannot misuse their power for personal gain. Mechanisms exist to prevent corruption and abuse of power.

Citizens can form groups and organizations without government interference to advocate for shared interests or address societal issues.

Governments should be transparent in their operations, making information about their decisions and activities available to the public.

In a democracy, individuals and groups have the right to express their differing political opinions and participate in opposition movements without fear of reprisal.

Media outlets that are controlled or influenced by the government, aiming to broadcast information aligned with state policies.

Media that operates independently of the government, free to report without censorship or influence.

Media that focuses on local communities and uses traditional methods of communication.

Media that uses printed materials like newspapers and magazines to distribute information.

Media that reaches audiences using electronic technologies like television, radio, and internet.

A system where the state prioritizes the welfare of its citizens by safeguarding their rights, providing essential services, and promoting social equality.

A state of societal disorder, often marked by violence, conflict, and a breakdown of law and order.

A system where the president is the head of both the government and state, wielding executive power independently of the legislature.

A system where the prime minister, leader of the majority party in parliament, holds executive power, accountable to the legislature.

A government where the military controls the state, often seizing power through a coup d'état.

A government whose leadership is chosen by the people through elections, with power not held by the armed forces.

A system where different levels of government (national, regional, local) share power and responsibilities.

The branch of government responsible for interpreting and applying the law, ensuring no branch oversteps its power.

A disadvantage of a federal system, as it involves multiple government departments with potentially overlapping functions.

A delicate balance of power and cooperation between different levels of government is necessary for a functional federal system.