BGS, BSGS Bachelor of General Studies BSGS Political Science 2

Question 1

Which concept describes a situation where one country's security increase causes another country to feel less secure, leading to an arms buildup cycle?

Accepted Answer

Security dilemma

Answer

The security dilemma occurs when one state's efforts to increase its own security inadvertently threaten others, triggering a cycle of mutual arms buildups.

Question 2

In the United States, which constitutional principle divides authority between the federal government and state governments?

Accepted Answer

Federalism

Answer

Federalism is the constitutional division of authority between national and subnational (state) governments, each with distinct powers.

Question 3

Which political theorist argued in 'The Prince' that rulers should prioritize effective governance over moral virtue?

Accepted Answer

Niccolò Machiavelli

Answer

Machiavelli's 'The Prince' (1532) famously counseled rulers to use pragmatic, even ruthless, means to maintain power rather than adhering strictly to moral ideals.

Question 4

What term refers to the exclusive legal authority a state exercises over a defined territory and population?

Accepted Answer

Sovereignty

Answer

Sovereignty denotes the supreme, legally recognized authority a state holds within its territorial boundaries, free from external interference.

Question 5

Which branch of government does the U.S. Senate belong to?

Accepted Answer

Legislative

Answer

The U.S. Senate is part of the legislative branch, specifically the upper chamber of the bicameral Congress established by Article I of the Constitution.

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BGS, BSGS Bachelor of General Studies Practice Test

BGS, BSGS Bachelor of General Studies BSGS Political Science 2