04.3 - Changes in Ideology (Fall 25)

How does this quote relate to the political ideologies discussed in the text?

• It suggests that political principles are absolute and unchanging across time.

• It reflects the idea that as new generations emerge with different life experiences, their political attitudes and principles will also change.

• It implies that the judicial system is the primary force for changing political ideology.

• It argues that economic prosperity is the only factor that causes political principles to expire.

The concept that major events and social trends experienced by one generation can create lasting, different political principles from another generation is known as ______________.

The _______________ hypothesis posits that people forge most of their political attitudes during the critical period between ages 14 and 24.

Which generational group was born before 1945 and grew up during the Great Depression and World War II?

• Baby Boomers

• Generation X

• Millennials

• The Silent Generation

Which of the following is a general characteristic of the Millennial generation?

• They are less racially and ethnically diverse than previous generations.

• They tend to be more conservative than previous generations.

• They are generally more supportive of government action to solve problems.

• They are less reliant on technology for information.

Which concept is best illustrated by the data in the table?

• Lifecycle effects

• Generational effects

• Political efficacy

• The gender gap

Based on the data and the text, a political party seeking to win future elections would most likely need to build support among which group?

• The Silent Generation, due to their reliable turnout.

• Older voters, as their share of the electorate is growing.

• Younger voters, as they represent a large and increasingly democratic-leaning bloc.

• Rural voters, as the data shows they are the deciding factor.

When it comes to foreign policy, how do Millennials' views typically compare to those of older generations?

• They are more likely to support the use of military force.

• They are more willing to promote international cooperation.

• They identify as more patriotic than older Americans.

• Their views are almost identical to those of the Silent Generation.

The foreign policy views of the Silent Generation were largely shaped by their opposition to what?

• Communism

• Free trade agreements

• Interracial marriage

• Environmental regulations

Seniors are the most _________ voters, showing up consistently to vote in the highest percentages.