Question 1

The mass media function in part as an interest group.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 2

Compare and contrast the four perspectives on lawmaking.

Accepted Answer

The four perspectives on lawmaking are the legal perspective, the political perspective, the economic perspective, and the social perspective.

From a legal perspective, lawmaking is seen as a process of creating and enforcing rules and regulations that are consistent with legal principles and precedents. This perspective emphasizes the importance of upholding the rule of law and ensuring that laws are fair, just, and in line with constitutional principles.

From a political perspective, lawmaking is viewed as a means of exercising power and influence to shape society and advance political agendas. This perspective emphasizes the role of elected officials, interest groups, and lobbyists in shaping legislation and the impact of political dynamics on the lawmaking process.

From an economic perspective, lawmaking is seen as a tool for promoting economic growth, regulating markets, and protecting property rights. This perspective emphasizes the impact of laws on business, investment, and economic development, and the role of economic interests in shaping legislation.

From a social perspective, lawmaking is viewed as a mechanism for addressing social issues, promoting justice, and protecting the rights of individuals and marginalized groups. This perspective emphasizes the impact of laws on social equality, human rights, and the well-being of communities, and the role of social movements and advocacy in shaping legislation.

In comparing and contrasting these perspectives, it is important to recognize that they are interconnected and often overlap. While the legal perspective emphasizes the importance of upholding legal principles, the political, economic, and social perspectives highlight the influence of power dynamics, economic interests, and social values on the lawmaking process. Additionally, these perspectives may conflict or align depending on the specific issue or context, highlighting the complexity of lawmaking and the need to consider multiple perspectives in understanding its dynamics.

Question 3

The "letters to the editor" section of newspapers is an example of providing a forum for citizens' concerns.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 4

The book Silent Spring (1962)was the first of many times the environmental threats of pesticides would be announced to a wide audience.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Identify and briefly describe the pre-lawmaking stages of legislation.

Accepted Answer

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Question 6

A social movement is always built around a single charismatic leader.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Discuss the major influences on the lawmaking process and provide an example of each.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Discuss the major influences on the lawmaking...

Question 8

Briefly discuss the three main rules of statutory interpretation.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Briefly discuss the three main rules of...

Question 9

The term ____________ describes the deliberate creation of legal precepts by a body of government that gives articulate expression to such precepts in a formalized legal document.

Accepted Answer

A)   statutes
B)   administrative rulemaking
C)   administrative adjudication
D)   legislation
E)   judicial lawmaking

Question 10

"Hactivism" is an example of protest activity.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Formulated by Paul Bohanan,the _______ view of law proposes that failure in other institutional norms encourages the reinstitutionalization of the norms by the legal institution.

Accepted Answer

A)   functionalistic
B)   conflict
C)   rationalistic
D)   moral entrepreneur
E)   heuristic

Question 12

The _________________ model of lawmaking proposes that laws are created as a means of protecting the members of society from social harm.

Accepted Answer

A)   functionalistic
B)   conflict
C)   rationalistic
D)   moral entrepreneur
E)   heuristic

Question 13

More than any other North American,Michael Moore has provided the impetus for a substantial number of auto safety provisions.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

__________ refers to constituent pressures that offer rewards or sanctions to lawmakers.

Accepted Answer

A)   Direct influence
B)   Group influence
C)   Indirect influence
D)   Interest group thesis
E)   Impetus

Question 15

Private interests are much less represented than public interests in lawmaking.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

___________ is a fundamental prerequisite for setting the mechanism of lawmaking in motion.

Accepted Answer

A)   Direct influence
B)   Group influence
C)   Indirect influence
D)   Interest group thesis
E)   Impetus

Question 17

The doctrine of stare decisis is rooted in __________.

Accepted Answer

A)   common law
B)   socialist law
C)   Islamic law
D)   administrative rulemaking
E)   administrative adjudication

Question 18

The principle that judges should build on the precedents established by past decisions is known as the doctrine of ___________.

Accepted Answer

A)  caveat emptor 
B)  voir dire
C)   estoppel
D)   de minimus non curat
E)   stare decisis

Question 19

Your textbook identifies six processes considered essential in understanding how mass media can influence public opinion.Identify and briefly discuss each.

Accepted Answer

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Question 20

All of the following are banned under Canada's Assisted Human Reproduction Act,except __________.

Accepted Answer

A)   human cloning
B)   volunteer surrogacy contracts
C)   the sale of human eggs and sperm
D)   creation of artificial wombs
E)   retrieval of eggs from fetuses and cadavers

Exam 4: Lawmaking

The mass media function in part as an interest group.

Compare and contrast the four perspectives on lawmaking.

The "letters to the editor" section of newspapers is an example of providing a forum for citizens' concerns.

The book Silent Spring (1962)was the first of many times the environmental threats of pesticides would be announced to a wide audience.

Identify and briefly describe the pre-lawmaking stages of legislation.

A social movement is always built around a single charismatic leader.

Discuss the major influences on the lawmaking process and provide an example of each.

Briefly discuss the three main rules of statutory interpretation.

The term ____________ describes the deliberate creation of legal precepts by a body of government that gives articulate expression to such precepts in a formalized legal document.

"Hactivism" is an example of protest activity.

Formulated by Paul Bohanan,the _______ view of law proposes that failure in other institutional norms encourages the reinstitutionalization of the norms by the legal institution.

The _________________ model of lawmaking proposes that laws are created as a means of protecting the members of society from social harm.

More than any other North American,Michael Moore has provided the impetus for a substantial number of auto safety provisions.

__________ refers to constituent pressures that offer rewards or sanctions to lawmakers.

Private interests are much less represented than public interests in lawmaking.

___________ is a fundamental prerequisite for setting the mechanism of lawmaking in motion.

The doctrine of stare decisis is rooted in __________.

The principle that judges should build on the precedents established by past decisions is known as the doctrine of ___________.

Your textbook identifies six processes considered essential in understanding how mass media can influence public opinion.Identify and briefly discuss each.

All of the following are banned under Canada's Assisted Human Reproduction Act,except __________.