Key Concepts in Political Science
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Which ancient Greek philosopher's work focused on political analysis and theories relating to governance?

  • Cicero
  • Marcus Aurelius
  • Aristotle
  • Plato (correct)

Which Roman historian carefully documented and analyzed Rome's political rise in the Mediterranean world?

  • Cicero
  • Plutarch
  • Polybius (correct)
  • Livy

Which philosopher advocated the idea that every individual possesses inalienable rights that cannot be violated by the state?

  • St. Augustine of Hippo
  • Marcus Aurelius
  • John Locke (correct)
  • Seneca

Which Roman philosopher and statesman was renowned as a Stoic philosopher?

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

Which ancient Roman political system was influenced by Greek political philosophy and developed representative democracy?

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

Which philosopher's work, 'City of God', provided a philosophical criticism of the political corruption that characterized the latter part of the Roman Empire?

<p>St. Augustine of Hippo (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who proposed the concept of the Social Contract?

<p>Jean Jacques Rousseau (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which philosopher advocated for Liberalism?

<p>Jean Jacques Rousseau (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which book did English More advocate for a moral and ideal state?

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

Who analyzed the behavior of princes and rulers in Europe with radical pragmatism?

<p>Niccolo Machiavelli (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which work served as an analysis of political structures in Islamic civilization?

<p>The Epic of Kings (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which group of American thinkers contributed to American Republicanism?

<p>Alexander Hamilton, Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Jefferson (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the term 'population' in the context of a state?

<p>The people who compose the state (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'territory' encompass in relation to a state?

<p>The land, maritime boundary, air space, and natural resources within the state's boundaries (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the term 'government' in the context provided?

<p>The system that administers the state and implements its will (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'sovereignty' refer to in the context of a state?

<p>The ability of the state to govern without outside influence (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the term 'governance' as defined in the text?

<p>The actions and activities related to governing, defined by the interaction and decisions of policymakers, public officials, and citizens (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of a prime minister and their cabinet in a government?

<p>To be chosen from among the ranks of legislators (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the defining characteristic of a monarchy?

<p>Government ruled by a single person with limited powers (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which form of government is characterized by rule by a small group of people, typically the nobility or social elites?

<p>Oligarchy and aristocracy (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the key feature of a representative or republican democracy?

<p>Citizens elect representatives to defend their interests (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a constitution in a government?

<p>To define the primary principles and laws for the government (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which branch of government is responsible for implementing laws and creating policies and programs?

<p>Executive branch (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of power refers to the ability to compel others to behave in a certain way through the use of laws and regulations?

<p>Government power (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which political ideology is characterized by a belief that humans are not predestined, but have the capacity to become something greater than what they are?

<p>Socialism (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which political ideology rejects the distinction between politics and religion?

<p>Religious Fundamentalism (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which economic system is focused on profit, with the major part of production being privately owned?

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

What is the meaning of the Latin phrase "Desiderata" used in the text?

<p>Desired Things (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of stress is considered "good" or "positive"?

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

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