Political Science

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What are the three sub-disciplines of modern political science?

  • Legislative studies, executive governance, and judicial systems
  • Government systems, political activities, and historical analysis
  • Comparative politics, international relations, and political theory (correct)
  • Political philosophy, political behavior, and constitutional analysis

When did contemporary political science start to take shape as a distinct field?

  • Mid-20th century
  • Latter half of the 19th century (correct)
  • Late 17th century
  • Early 18th century

What distinguishes political science from history?

  • Focus on cultural and social developments
  • Examination of economic and technological advancements
  • Analysis of political activities and institutions (correct)
  • Study of past events and civilizations

Which term was not always distinct from history into the late 19th century?

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What is the primary focus of political science as a social science?

<p>Systems of governance and power (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the three main sub-disciplines of modern political science?

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When did contemporary political science start to take shape as a distinct field?

<p>Latter half of the 19th century (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the late 19th century, what was uncommon regarding political science and history?

<p>It was uncommon for political science to be considered a distinct field from history (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of political science as a social science?

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Political Science Sub-disciplines

The three major areas of study within political science are Comparative Politics, International Relations, and Political Theory.

Political Science Start Time

Political science emerged as a distinct field in the latter half of the 19th century.

Political Science vs. History

Political science analyzes political activities and institutions, while history focuses on past events.

Political Science and History Link

In the late 19th century, political science was not always a separate field from history

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Political Science Focus

Political science focuses on systems of governance and power.

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Comparative Politics

The study of different political systems across countries.

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International Relations

The study of interactions between countries.

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Political Theory

The study of ideas about government and politics.

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20th Century Political Science Emergence

Political science became a distinct field during the latter half of the 19th century.

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Study Notes

Development of Political Science

  • Contemporary political science started to take shape as a distinct field in the late 19th century.

Characteristics of Political Science

  • Distinguishes itself from history by focusing on the present and future, rather than solely on the past.

Sub-Disciplines of Political Science

  • The three main sub-disciplines of modern political science are:
    • Comparative politics
    • International relations
    • Political theory

Historical Context

  • In the late 19th century, political science and history were not always distinct from each other.
  • Political science as a term was not always distinct from history until the late 19th century.

Focus of Political Science

  • The primary focus of political science as a social science is on understanding and analyzing political phenomena, institutions, and behaviors.

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