ap classroom gov. unit 4 quiz

The experience of those who lived through 9/11 needs to create which of the following outcomes, according to the author of the passage? A Citizens should not let their fear of another terror attack override the country's ability to adhere to the civil liberties protections outlined in the Constitution. B Citizens need to acknowledge that the 9/11 attack was a unique event and work to develop a new strategy to combat future terror attacks. C Citizens have to be willing to sacrifice some civil liberties in order to protect the country from future terroristic attacks. D Citizens can rely on the government to develop plans to protect them in the event of a future attack on the United States.

A

Based on the line graph, which of the following statements about church attendance in 1972 is true? A In 1972, about 30% of people surveyed reported attending church monthly or less. B In 1972, more people surveyed reported attending church weekly than reported attending rarely or never. C In 1972, most people surveyed reported attending church yearly. D In 1972, more people surveyed reported attending church yearly than reported attending weekly.

B

Using both of the maps, which of the following best explains the role that ideology has played in the shaping of corporate tax rates? A The maps indicate that there is no correlation between corporate tax rates and a state's ideology. B The maps indicate that states that have high corporate tax rates are more likely to enact liberal policies. C The maps indicate that states with high corporate tax rates are more likely to hold libertarian positions. D The maps indicate that states with high corporate tax rates do not have an ideological preference.

B

When a child's parents both identify strongly with the same political party, the child will most likely A identify with the opposing party B identify with the parents' party C have a low sense of political efficacy D become an independent rather than a party identifier E become alienated from the political system

B

Which of the following is an accurate comparison of policy positions advocated by the Democratic Party and the Republican Party? A Democratic Party Republican Party Favors broad federal deregulation to encourage business expansion and job creation. Favors individual and corporate federal income tax cuts to stimulate economic growth. B Democratic Party Republican Party Favors increases in spending for programs such as Medicare and Medicaid Favors significant increases in defense and military spending in the federal budget C Democratic Party Republican Party Favors same-sex marriage equality. Favors the decision in Roe v. Wade (1973). D Democratic Party Republican Party Favors reduced funding for federal college student loan programs. Favors more education choice through school vouchers for private and charter schools.

B

Which of the following is the best summary of the author's argument? A The expansion of democracy is seen as the primary cause of political conflict in the world. B The world is becoming more globally united but also more aware of cultural differences, which may lead to conflict. C The threat of terrorism requires cooperation, which is nearly impossible to achieve. D Consumers in other parts of the world are less excited about American commercial products such as MTV, Macintosh, and McDonald's.

B

Which of the following public policies would Democrats be most likely to support? A Authorizing additional funding for the military B Securing a universal health care system C Cutting the budget for foreign aid to other countries D Withdrawing from international climate change agreements

B

Which of the following scenarios best illustrates political socialization? A The government establishes a tax policy benefiting lower-income families. B A young teenager hears her parents discussing politics around the dinner table, which influences her own views. C A citizen serves on a jury and receives training on how to apply the law. D A suspect is informed of his rights by an officer who is about to interrogate him.

B

Which of the following sets of policies appears to be most influenced by a libertarian ideology? A Increase income taxes on the wealthy to raise revenue for social security benefits. B Legalize the commercial sale of marijuana and reduce government spending on prisons. C Eliminate the estate tax and promote government-funded prekindergarten education. D Expand the welfare state and reduce spending on national defense.

B

Which of the following statements draws an accurate comparison from the information graphic? A The Nixon "Boomer" generation was far more likely to vote Democrat when they were eighteen year olds than the Truman "Silent" generation. B The Ford/Carter "Boomer" generation has voted more consistently Republican than has the Bush/Obama "Millennial" generation. C The Roosevelt "Greatest" generation voted Democrat in 2000 but voted Republican in 2006. D The Reagan/Bush "Gen X" generation voted more consistently with the national average than did the Nixon "Boomer" generation.

B

A person loses his job and refuses to accept any government assistance to get back on his feet, instead relying on savings and seeking a new job immediately. Which of the following core values would this person most relate to? A Rule of law B Free enterprise C Individualism D Equality of opportunity

C

Which of the following best explains the data in the line graph? A Between 2012 and 2018, the economy did not grow enough to make economic issues a top priority. B Voters care more about jobs than the budget deficit because there has been an increase in unemployment between 2010 and 2018. C The economy is likely the most important issue because it is a broader category that is more open to individual interpretation than both jobs and the budget deficit. D Complex issues such as the budget deficit receive little attention in the media even though citizens care deeply about them.

C

Which of the following best matches a political ideology with that ideology's position on the proper role of government in regulating the economy? A Communitarian—The government should regulate monetary policy but not fiscal policy. B Libertarian—Government regulation should increase when the economy is in decline. C Conservative—The government should strictly limit its regulation of the marketplace. D Liberal—The government should not intervene in economic decision-making.

C

Which of the following is NOT a core value of United States political culture? A Legal equality B Political equality C Economic equality D Freedom of religion E Freedom of speech

C

Which of the following statements is consistent with data shown in the bar graph? A Men are more likely than women to believe that there should be an increase in government spending to provide social services for the elderly. B Conservatives are more likely than liberals to believe that spending on public transportation should be increased to connect citizens to employment opportunities. C Republicans are more likely than Democrats to believe that there should be fewer regulations on businesses to promote economic growth and increase wages. D Those with higher incomes are more likely than those with lower incomes to believe that education spending should be a federal responsibility to guarantee that each citizen has an equal chance at success.

C

Which of the following statements represents a trend supported by the data in the bar graph? A Both party caucuses in the House consisted of more moderate members in 2012 than in 2002. B The Republican caucus consisted of more ideologically conservative members in 1982 than in 2012. C The number of House members between the most liberal Republican and the most conservative Democrat decreased between 1982 and 2012. D The party caucuses in the Senate are more ideologically diverse than those in the House of Representatives.

C

Agree-Disagree The best way to ensure peace is through military strength. (55% agree, 42% disagree) Forced Choice The best way to ensure peace is through military strength (33%) OR Diplomacy is the best way to ensure peace (55%) Source: Pew Research Center, 1999. Which of the following most likely explains the difference in result of the two polls? A Margin of error B Wording choice C Question order D Question format

D

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? A The company saved money because it did not need to hire as many telephone interviewers to conduct the poll. B The company was establishing a benchmark poll at the beginning of a campaign. C The company was interested in asking different questions to different individuals. D The company wanted to ensure that the sample of the population was truly random.

D

Political socialization is the process by which A the use of private property is regulated by the government B governments communicate with each other C public attitudes toward government are measured and reported D political values are passed to the next generation E children are trained for successful occupations

D

Which of the following is an accurate comparison of an exit poll and a tracking poll? A Exit Poll Tracking Poll The poll is conducted immediately after voting occurs. Nonrandom sampling techniques are used to choose respondents to take part in the poll. B Exit Poll Tracking Poll Respondents are assembled to participate in a discussion led by the polling company. Tracking polls are used to gauge presidential approval ratings over time. C Exit Poll Tracking Poll The poll allows both voters and nonvoters to participate. The poll is conducted in a way that does not ensure that the opinions are representative of the larger population. D Exit Poll Tracking Poll Responses can be used to judge election results before the official count is obtained. The poll is conducted over time to obtain information about changes in public opinion.

D

Which of the following public policies is best supported by the notion of free enterprise? A The government subsidizing the cost of milk B Congress passing legislation bailing out the automobile industry C Taxpayers funding a national high-speed railway service D After a review, the Federal Trade Commission approving a corporate merger of cable providers

D