Question 1

Which of the following are examples of political ideologies?

Accepted Answer

A)  Communism 
B)  Racism 
C)  Liberalism 
D)  All of the above

Question 2

Which form of power does the following example illustrate? "A child is given cookies for doing chores or not given cookies when chores are not done."

Accepted Answer

A)  Coercive power 
B)  Persuasive power 
C)  Reward power 
D)  None of the above

Question 3

From a Marxist viewpoint, what does "state repression" mean?

Accepted Answer

A)  It is the power of the ruling class (the bourgeoisie) over the state 
B)  It is the power of the ruling class (the bourgeoisie) over the working class (the proletariat) 
C)  It is the power of the state to exert power over its subjects 
D)  It is the power of the state to protect the ruling class, maintain production, and exploit the working class

Exam 4: The Critical Approach to Theory

Which of the following are examples of political ideologies?

Which form of power does the following example illustrate? "A child is given cookies for doing chores or not given cookies when chores are not done."

From a Marxist viewpoint, what does "state repression" mean?