Political Ideologies Quiz

What is the main belief of American conservatives?

• Government intervention in the economy

• Protection of civil liberties

• A large government poses a threat to individual liberty

• Equality as the primary political virtue

Which political ideology supports government intervention to benefit historically marginalized groups?

• Conservatism

• Liberalism

• Libertarianism

• Anarchism

What is the primary political virtue cherished by American liberals?

• Equality

• Liberty

• Individualism

• National defense

Which social group tends to be more liberal overall?

• African Americans

• White Catholics

• Latinos

• Jewish people

What is the most formal way that political views are shaped in the U.S.?

• Family

• Social groups

• Education

• Political conditions

Which factor contributes to more conservative views on issues like national health insurance?

• Higher education levels

• Race

• Gender

• Political conditions

What is the main reason why African Americans and Latinos tend to be liberals?

• Disproportionate poverty and government benefits

• Higher education levels

• Conservative social values

• Lower taxes and less government intervention

Which political ideology believes that a large government can solve bigger problems?

• Conservatism

• Liberalism

• Libertarianism

• Anarchism

What is the main belief of American conservatives regarding the free market?

• It will provide the greatest economic opportunity

• It should be regulated by the government

• It benefits historically marginalized groups

• It poses a threat to individual liberty

Which political ideology favors lower taxes and less government intervention?

• Conservatism

• Liberalism

• Libertarianism

• Anarchism