PoliSci Ch2

What is the best definition of power in politics?

• Following the law

• The ability to influence others' behavior

• Telling the truth

• Giving money to the poor

Which of these is an example of hard power?

• A movie inspiring people

• The U.S. invasion of Iraq in 2003

• A teacher discussing elections

• Voting rights laws

What does soft power mostly rely on?

• Military force

• Police action

• Persuasion and cultural influence

• High taxes

How is power different from influence?

• Power includes threats or coercion; influence relies on persuasion

• Power is always good; influence is bad

• Influence only works in democracies

• Power is legal; influence is illegal

What is authority?

• The use of threats to get things done

• The legal and moral right to make decisions

• A person's emotional reaction to leaders

• A way to break laws

What is required for someone to have authority?

• They must be wealthy

• They must hold a recognized role, like President or Judge

• They must be feared

• They must win a debate

Which is an example of charismatic authority?

• A royal family ruling for centuries

• Nelson Mandela’s inspiring leadership

• A police officer issuing a ticket

• A student council election

What kind of authority is based on tradition?

• Legal-rational

• Charismatic

• Traditional

• Influential

Who represents legal-rational authority?

• A prince born into royalty

• A judge enforcing the law

• A prophet with followers

• A revolutionary leader

Which situation shows power without authority?

• A judge ruling in court

• A hijacker taking control of a plane

• A teacher giving homework

• A mayor signing laws