Government & Politics Quiz

According to Max Weber, what is power?

• The ability to exercise one's will over others

• The ability to influence public opinion

• The ability to control the distribution of resources

• The ability to enforce laws and regulations

What is the main focus of sociologists when studying governmental power?

• The distribution of power in different political systems

• The influences of governmental power on society

• The impact of power on personal relationships

• The role of power in international relations

Which of the following is an example of U.S. government's use of power in other countries?

• Joining the Allied forces during World War II

• Imposing sanctions on North Korea

• Entering Iraq to topple Saddam Hussein's regime

• All of the above

What is the definition of authority?

• Accepted power that people agree to follow

• The ability to exercise one's will over others

• The ability to enforce laws and regulations

• The ability to control the distribution of resources

What is the main purpose of the government according to functionalism?

• Planning and directing society

• Meeting social needs

• Maintaining law and order

• All of the above

According to conflict theory, what causes social problems such as poverty and crime?

• Individual personality characteristics

• Social structure and power differences

• Lack of government intervention

• Inequality in resource distribution

What is the main focus of symbolic interactionism when studying government?

• The interaction between individuals and small groups

• The distribution of power and wealth

• The enforcement of norms and regulations

• The role of government in international relations

What is the main concern of conflict theorists regarding monetary political contributions?

• Promoting democracy

• Ensuring fair elections

• Perpetuating wealth and power

• Increasing government transparency

What is the main concern of functionalists regarding social change?

• Maintaining consensus and order

• Promoting equality and justice

• Encouraging individual freedom

• Addressing social inequalities

What is the main focus of sociology when studying politics?

• Understanding social norms and values

• Analyzing individual personality traits

• Examining economic systems

• Exploring international relations