ap gov unit 4

The [Occupy Wall Street] protesters, perhaps more than most politicians, grasped what was going on. At one level, they are asking for so little: for a chance to use their skills, for the right to decent work at a decent pay, for a fairer economy and society, one that treats them with dignity. In Europe and the United States, their requests are not revolutionary, but evolutionary. At another level, though, they are asking for a great deal: for democracy where people, not dollars, matter; and for a market economy that delivers on what it is supposed to do. The two demands are related: unfettered markets do not work well, as we have seen. For markets to work the way markets are supposed to, there has to be appropriate government regulation. But for that to occur, we have to have a democracy that reflects the general interests--not the special interest or just those at the top. --Joseph Stigilitz, The Prince of Inequality (2012) Which of the following ideological perspectives is most consistent with the passage? FLIPNEXT

Liberal

A political philosophy that advocates free will and maximizes individual rights while minimizing the role of government; the role of government is limited simply protecting the rights of people.

Libertarian

This political party wants more individual rights and less government interference.

Libertarian

Which of the following correctly identifies a factor that is a significant influence on the development of individual political attitudes, and one that is not?

Major political events are an important source of influence, while laws related to voter registration are NOT a significant influence.

Who is more likely to support Republican candidates who support higher levels of spending on the military as opposed to spending on social services>

Men

Influencing the economy by changing the reserve requirement is called:

Monetary policy

This tax funds the Social Security and Medicare programs

Payroll tax

The funding for Social Security comes from -

Payroll taxes on employers and employees

Which Propaganda technique tries to change your mind by comparing a wealthy politician to the "average man". Vote for me, I'm just like you!

Plain Folk

A more or less consistent set of beliefs about what policies government ought to pursue.

Political Ideology

What is political efficacy?

The feeling that one's political participation makes a difference

Millennials' political socialization was colored by the 9/11/2001 attacks by al-Qaeda terrorists, showing most clearly which effect on the formation of political views?

The generational effect

What is political socialization?

The process through which an individual acquires his/her particular orientations - his/her knowledge, feelings, and evaluations regarding his/her political world.

Which of the following represents a typical liberal viewpoint on the right to privacy?

The right to privacy is implied in the Constitution and should be protected from birth control to cell phones.

Who is more likely to support Democratic candidates who support higher levels of spending on social services as opposed to spending on the military

Women

A poll that takes place as voters leave the primary election is

an exit poll

Which of the following best represents an example of the process of political socialization?

A high school student joins a Young Politicians club at her school and develops specific positions on a number of political issues.

Which of the following is an accurate conclusion based on the data above and your knowledge of the influence of life-cycle effects on an individual's political attitude?

A people age, they tend to become more conservative.

In which of the following situations would public opinion polls most likely affect the way a member of the House of Representatives from New York votes on legislation?

A public opinion poll in the member's New York district indicates that voters oppose the legislation.

Which Propaganda technique tries to change your mind by implying that you should "join the crowd" because "other people are doing it too"

Bandwagon

Political ideology that generally supports the idea that the federal government should take a less active role in the nation's problems. Favors less intervention on economic issues and more intervention on social issues. Tends to value tradition.

Conservative

Republicans tend to align more with _____ ideology

Conservative

Which of the following correctly describes conservative and liberal positions on social issues?

Conservatives believe poverty can best be solved through private charity, while liberals believe government programs are needed to help fight poverty.

This is considered the third most valuable revenue-maker for the Federal government.

Corporate Income Tax

What types of taxes contribute to Federal tax revenue? ( hint: choose 4 correct answers :)

Corporate Income Tax Income Tax Estate Tax Excise Tax

Billy just turned 18 and is trying to decide what party to vote for. He wants to join a party that will spend more money on public schools for our children. What party would he most likely want to join?

Democrat

Which of the following best describes the sequence of the policy decision-making process?

Development of agenda, cost-benefit analysis, plan for funding

Which of the following is an example of a good public opinion poll question?

Do you think the president is doing a good job, a fair job, or bad job?

A claim for government funds that cannot be abridged without violating the rights of the claimant; for example, social security benefits or payments on a contract.

Entitlements

Giving people an equal chance to succeed.

Equality of Opportunity

Your rich Uncle Frank dies; however, he leaves you his house and property along the Rogue River in Oregon. What type of tax should you expect to pay on this property?

Estate Tax

Most Americans agree on how to fix Social Security

False

Social Class is the most important agent of political socialization

False

Young voters tend to be conservative

False

Which Propaganda technique tries to change your mind by offering unclear and vague statements.

Glittering Generalities

Payroll and _________ are taxes that are deducted from a person's paycheck.

Income Tax

Political and social philosophy emphasizing the belief that the needs of each person are more important than the needs of the whole society or group.

Individualism

Which is true of a good random sample for a public opinion poll?

It represents the variety of the whole population.

Theory based stating that government spending should increase during business slumps and be curbed during booms.

Keynesian Economics

The economic theory that opposes government interference in economic affairs beyond what is necessary to protect life and property is known as -

Laissez - faire economics

Which argument do supporters of supply-side economics make?

Leaving more money in the citizens' pockets will stimulate the economy and generate government revenues through other taxes.

Which of the following sets of policies appears to be influenced by a libertarian?

Legalize the commercial sale of marijuana and reduce government spending on prisons

Which of the following measures would a president adhering to supply-side economic principles most likely employ during an economic recession?

Legislation to cut individual and corporate income tax rates and decrease regulation of the economy.

Democrats tend to align more with _____ ideology

Liberal

Political ideology that generally supports the idea that the federal government should take an active role in solving the nation's domestic problems. Tend to support government spending on social issues.

Liberal

Medicare provides health care to the

elderly

Laissez-faire capitalism as attributed to Adam Smith called for

minimal government involvement in the economy

A progressive tax is based on.......?

on the ability to pay

During his speech, the billionaire politician said, "I waited tables to pay my way through college!"

plain folks

Medicaid provides health care to the

poor

A state government places security cameras facing a popular site of protest in a public square in front of its statehouse. This scenario illustrates

the balance of promoting stability and ensuring civil liberties

Which Propaganda technique tries to change your mind by using a celebrity to endorse a message.

Testimonial

In a public opinion poll, a polling company used an online survey tool to randomly contact respondents who did not have telephone lines in addition to contacting people over the phone. Which of the following best explains this decision?

The company wanted to ensure that the sample of the population was truly random.

Rob: I am so sick of paying high taxes! Tim: Well the election is coming up, make sure to vote. Based off what Rob said, what party should he probably vote for?

Republican

An unscientific attempt to measure public opinion?

Straw Poll

The [Occupy Wall Street] protesters, perhaps more than most politicians, grasped what was going on. At one level, they are asking for so little: for a chance to use their skills, for the right to decent work at a decent pay, for a fairer economy and society, one that treats them with dignity. In Europe and the United States, their requests are not revolutionary, but evolutionary. At another level, though, they are asking for a great deal: for democracy where people, not dollars, matter; and for a market economy that delivers on what it is supposed to do. The two demands are related: unfettered markets do not work well, as we have seen. For markets to work the way markets are supposed to, there has to be appropriate government regulation. But for that to occur, we have to have a democracy that reflects the general interests--not the special interest or just those at the top. --Joseph Stigilitz, The Prince of Inequality (2012) Which of the following governmental policies would the author most likely support? FLIPNEXT hit

Supporting a women's right to choose an abortion.

Is a type of tax that other nations have to pay on goods they sell within our borders.

Tariff

The [Occupy Wall Street] protesters, perhaps more than most politicians, grasped what was going on. At one level, they are asking for so little: for a chance to use their skills, for the right to decent work at a decent pay, for a fairer economy and society, one that treats them with dignity. In Europe and the United States, their requests are not revolutionary, but evolutionary. At another level, though, they are asking for a great deal: for democracy where people, not dollars, matter; and for a market economy that delivers on what it is supposed to do. The two demands are related: unfettered markets do not work well, as we have seen. For markets to work the way markets are supposed to, there has to be appropriate government regulation. But for that to occur, we have to have a democracy that reflects the general interests--not the special interest or just those at the top. --Joseph Stigilitz, The Prince of Inequality (2012) Which of the following statements is most consistent with the author's argument in the passage? FLIPNEXT

There should be more emphasis on governmental action to achieve equality.

With which of the following statements would the cartoonist agree?

To provide tax cuts, politicians want to make Social Security less stable.

Exit polls are used to quickly determine the results of an election

True

Family is the most important agent of political socialization

True

Older voters tend to be conservative

True

The Federal Reserve Board can influence Interest rates

True