Exam 1: Introduction to the Enduring-Democracy

The preamble of the U.S. Constitution begins with the phrase "We the People," which acknowledges that the people are the ultimate source of power for a government. This idea is consistent with which theory?

As history shows, it is critical for presidential candidates to make effective use of new technologies during their campaigns. Which is an example of the use of new technologies and methods of communication during the 2020 election?

Which president made revolutionary use of the radio to win the 1932 election?

What is it called when a society has no government?

How is popular sovereignty reflected in the representative democracy form of government?

What is one reason some view President Trump as a polarizing figure?

In the 2016 presidential race, Hillary Clinton raised approximately $1.2 billion for her campaign, while Donald Trump raised approximately $646 million. The result of that election suggests that ______.

Which is one of President Donald Trump's accomplishments?

What is the primary difference between a representative democracy and a direct democracy? Do you believe that the United States should maintain its system of representative democracy, or do you believe that a direct democracy would be more beneficial to the functioning of the United States? Explain why.

The 2020 presidential election can be best described as ______.

Political culture refers to the core beliefs a citizenry has about the role of the government and how it should operate.

Which statement best reflects the concept of natural law, as proposed by John Locke?

A social contract is an agreement between citizens to make a government and abide by its rules, but only if the government protects the basic rights and welfare of the people.

What is the relationship between natural law and majority rule?

Which is an indicator that the United States will remain an economic superpower?

What motivation do presidential candidates have to utilize new technologies during their campaign?

Which statement best summarizes the concept of a social contract?

Which option summarizes the authoritarian type of government?

Maria is concerned that the heightened hostilities between members of the Democratic Party and the Republican Party will lead to gridlock whereby the president will expand his power to fulfill his policy goals by taking executive action. Why should Maria not worry too much about this?

Affirmative action programs in place in colleges and universities give preference to candidates in racial, ethnic, and gender minorities to offset the history of discrimination in America. Those who support affirmative action programs defend them on the basis that they help level the playing field. This is reflective of which core American value?