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What does justice in society require according to the provided content?
What does justice in society require according to the provided content?
Which term refers to absolute rule, power, and authority within a state?
Which term refers to absolute rule, power, and authority within a state?
How is the Philippine political model primarily characterized?
How is the Philippine political model primarily characterized?
What is the main function of the centralized national government in the Philippines?
What is the main function of the centralized national government in the Philippines?
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Which of the following is NOT one of the three branches of government referred to in the content?
Which of the following is NOT one of the three branches of government referred to in the content?
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What principle ensures that the branches of government are intentionally divided?
What principle ensures that the branches of government are intentionally divided?
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What is the primary way through which citizens exercise their rights in the Philippine political model?
What is the primary way through which citizens exercise their rights in the Philippine political model?
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Which of the following best describes the process that allows citizens to choose their representatives?
Which of the following best describes the process that allows citizens to choose their representatives?
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What does the Greek word 'Polis' refer to in the context of politics?
What does the Greek word 'Polis' refer to in the context of politics?
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Which of the following best describes politics, according to Andrew Heywood?
Which of the following best describes politics, according to Andrew Heywood?
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Which of the following is NOT one of the four ways to view politics?
Which of the following is NOT one of the four ways to view politics?
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What does the term 'power' refer to in political concepts?
What does the term 'power' refer to in political concepts?
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How is 'order' achieved in a political context?
How is 'order' achieved in a political context?
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Which of the following terms best relates to how power is employed in social affairs?
Which of the following terms best relates to how power is employed in social affairs?
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Politics can best be understood as which of the following?
Politics can best be understood as which of the following?
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In the context of the daily routine in politics, which activity is typically performed first?
In the context of the daily routine in politics, which activity is typically performed first?
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What is the primary focus of the field of Political Science?
What is the primary focus of the field of Political Science?
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According to Aristotle, what is the nature of humans?
According to Aristotle, what is the nature of humans?
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What is a key objective of studying Political Science?
What is a key objective of studying Political Science?
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Which of the following describes a characteristic of Political Science?
Which of the following describes a characteristic of Political Science?
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What does the Essential Question in the daily routine likely aim to address?
What does the Essential Question in the daily routine likely aim to address?
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What are the typical components of a daily routine in a Political Science class?
What are the typical components of a daily routine in a Political Science class?
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What is a common misconception about politics that could affect students' understanding?
What is a common misconception about politics that could affect students' understanding?
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Which of the following is an important aspect of the lesson proper in Political Science?
Which of the following is an important aspect of the lesson proper in Political Science?
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What is a fundamental focus of John Locke's liberalism?
What is a fundamental focus of John Locke's liberalism?
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Which concept did John Locke propose to prevent abuse of power in government?
Which concept did John Locke propose to prevent abuse of power in government?
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What responsibility does Locke attribute to the government regarding citizens?
What responsibility does Locke attribute to the government regarding citizens?
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What method did Locke advocate for the selection of leaders?
What method did Locke advocate for the selection of leaders?
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How does John Locke view the organization of society?
How does John Locke view the organization of society?
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What classification of government does monarchy represent?
What classification of government does monarchy represent?
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Which of the following forms of government is described as 'mob-rule'?
Which of the following forms of government is described as 'mob-rule'?
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What does Niccolo Machiavelli emphasize in his work 'The Prince'?
What does Niccolo Machiavelli emphasize in his work 'The Prince'?
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In the context of government, what does 'Oligarchy' involve?
In the context of government, what does 'Oligarchy' involve?
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What is suggested by the term 'Tyranny' in this classification of governments?
What is suggested by the term 'Tyranny' in this classification of governments?
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What best describes the essential idea of 'Polity'?
What best describes the essential idea of 'Polity'?
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Which aspect of daily routine indicates the importance of discipline in governance?
Which aspect of daily routine indicates the importance of discipline in governance?
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What is the role of 'Recall/Motivation' in the daily routine according to the classification of governments?
What is the role of 'Recall/Motivation' in the daily routine according to the classification of governments?
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Study Notes
Daily Routine
- Opening prayer initiates the day.
- Attendance and uniform checks ensure discipline and readiness.
- Drills may include various preparatory activities.
- Recall/motivation often involves engaging students with picture identification.
Key Objectives of Political Science
- Define politics and outline its different interpretations.
- Comprehend the scope of Political Science and its scientific approach to studying politics.
- Employ analytical approaches to assess political phenomena effectively.
Concepts of Politics
- Politics derived from the Greek word "Polis" means "city-state."
- Defined as the art/science of gaining and maintaining governmental control.
- Politics includes processes enacted by governments to fulfill their responsibilities.
- Power in politics refers to the capacity to influence others and exercise authority.
- Order is established through adherence to rules imposed by leaders.
- Justice is perceived when societal order is maintained.
Key Definitions in Political Science
- State: A political entity with a government that exerts sovereign authority over a defined territory and its population.
- Sovereignty: Denotes supreme power and authority within a state.
- Power: The ability to affect outcomes and lead influence.
Philippine Politics
- Characterized as a representative democracy where citizens elect leaders through a voting process.
- Features a centralized government that formulates laws and maintains order.
- Government structured into three branches: executive, legislative, and judiciary to support separation of powers.
Theoretical Perspectives on Government
- Classification of governments by Niccolò Machiavelli:
- Monarchy (True form) vs. Tyranny (Perversion).
- Aristocracy vs. Oligarchy.
- Polity vs. Democracy (mob-rule).
Key Political Theorists
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Niccolò Machiavelli: Advocated for pragmatic politics; author of "The Prince," emphasizing the necessity of sometimes ruthless governance.
- Central quote: "The end justifies the means."
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John Locke: Social contract theorist emphasizing government’s role to secure life, liberty, and property rights.
- Promoted the idea of a separation of powers.
- Stressed the importance of electoral processes in selecting leaders.
Various Perspectives on Politics
- Politics can be viewed in multiple ways:
- As the art of governance.
- While dealing with public affairs.
- As a process of compromise and consensus.
- Regarding the distribution and use of power.
Essential Understandings
- Politics is governed by foundational concepts of power, order, and justice.
- The structure of governments aims to ensure balanced authority and prevent abuses through separation of powers.
- Understanding political dynamics requires familiarity with influential theorists and their contributions to political thought.
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This quiz focuses on the daily routine of a Political Science class. It covers opening prayers, attendance checks, drills, and evaluations, providing students with a structured approach to learning. Engage with picture identification and essential questions to deepen understanding.