Quiz on Political Theory

What is the primary focus of political theory?

• Cultural practices

• Economic systems

• Political phenomena and institutions

• Historical events

According to David Held, political theory involves which of the following?

• A critique of economic policies

• A study of historical documents

• A network of concepts about political life

• An analysis of social customs

What distinguishes political theory from political thought?

• Political theory is less critical

• Political thought is more scientific

• Political theory is based on empirical evidence

• Political thought is time-bound

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of political theory?

• It can be conservative or revolutionary

• It is an intellectual creation

• It is based on fixed principles

• It seeks to explain political reality

What does political philosophy primarily focus on?

• Describing political behavior

• Explaining what 'ought' to be

• Analyzing economic systems

• Studying historical events

Which scholar defined political theory as a tradition of thinking about political power?

• Francis W. Coker

• George Catlin

• David Peritz

• Andrew Hacker

What is the relationship between political science and sociology?

• Political science is a subset of sociology

• Political science focuses solely on economics

• They are completely unrelated fields

• Sociology provides context for political activities

What is one of the main tasks of political theory?

• To study cultural practices

• To prescribe political goals

• To describe historical events

• To analyze economic data

Which of the following is a significant issue in contemporary political theory?

• The study of ancient texts

• The nature of the ideal state

• The role of historical figures

• The impact of globalization

What does the term 'political ideology' refer to?

• A study of cultural practices

• A critique of economic systems

• A historical analysis of political events

• A system of beliefs and values