MA Political Science 2

Question 1

Which term describes a system in which a single party or leader controls government with no meaningful opposition?

Accepted Answer

Authoritarianism

Answer

Authoritarianism is a form of government characterized by strong central power, limited political freedoms, and suppression of opposition.

Question 2

The 'Iron Triangle' in U.S. politics refers to the relationship between:

Accepted Answer

Congressional committees, federal agencies, and interest groups

Answer

The Iron Triangle describes the mutually beneficial relationship among congressional committees, federal bureaucratic agencies, and interest groups that shapes policy in specific areas.

Question 3

What is 'gerrymandering'?

Accepted Answer

The manipulation of electoral district boundaries to favor a particular party or group

Answer

Gerrymandering is the manipulation of electoral district boundaries by the party in power to create districts that favor their candidates or disadvantage the opposition.

Question 4

The principle of 'checks and balances' in the U.S. system ensures that:

Accepted Answer

Each branch of government can limit the powers of the other branches

Answer

Checks and balances give each branch of government specific powers to constrain the other branches, preventing any single branch from becoming too powerful.

Question 5

What is the role of the U.S. Senate in treaty ratification?

Accepted Answer

The Senate must approve treaties by a two-thirds majority

Answer

Under Article II of the Constitution, the President negotiates treaties, but they require approval by two-thirds of the Senate to be ratified.

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MA Political Science 2