Understanding Power in Politics

What is considered the fuel of politics?

• Power

• Money

• Friendship

• Happiness

What does power depend on according to the text?

• Relationships, trust, and respect

• Money and wealth

• Physical strength

• Age and experience

Which power is based on specific skill or knowledge?

• Legitimate Power

• Expert Power

• Coercive Power

• Referent Power

What is the role of hard power in international relations?

• It plays an important role.

• It has no role.

• It is not needed.

• It is the only factor.

According to Joseph Nye, what is one way to influence others to do what you want?

• Threaten them with sticks.

• Ignore them.

• Give them gifts.

• Ask them nicely.

What is soft power according to Joseph Nye?

• The ability to attract or repel other actors to want what you want.

• The ability to force others to do what you want.

• The ability to ignore others.

• The ability to avoid others.

What are the three levels of response shown in the diagram about the use of power?

• Resistance, Compliance, Commitment

• Agreement, Disagreement, Neutrality

• Acceptance, Rejection, Indifference

• Support, Opposition, Neutrality

Which method is associated with achieving 'Commitment' in the use of power?

• Persuasion

• Coercion

• Exchange

• Pressure

What is organizational culture a mix of?

• Values, behaviors, and processes

• Colors, shapes, and sizes

• Foods, drinks, and snacks

• Songs, dances, and music

What is one way to promote organizational values?

• Ignore team efforts.

• Lead by example.

• Avoid communication.

• Discourage teamwork.