Political Perspectives Answers

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Members of Congress who support a large increase in military spending are more likely to

A
favor a liberal ideology.
B
favor a progressive ideology.
C
favor a libertarian ideology.
D
favor a conservative ideology.
4

Libertarianism could best be described as a political ideology that

A
assumes government exists in order to improve society.
B
seeks out new and better ways of managing government.
C
stresses traditional approaches to issues in government.
D
opposes government activity unless it’s absolutely necessary.
5

The chart compares how men and women voted in presidential elections from 1972 to 2012.

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A
men and women are more likely to support Democratic candidates going forward.
B
women and men were equal in their support of Democratic candidates.
C
men were more likely to support Democratic candidates than women.
D
women were more likely to support Democratic candidates than men.
6

Liberalism could best be described as a political ideology that

A
assumes government exists in order to improve society.
B
is the extreme right wing.
C
prefers to limit government.
D
values individual freedom over government involvement.
7

In general, what beliefs are held by most left-wing voters? Select three correct options. Federal regulation can protect the environment and citizens from corporate greed.The government needs to have a broad role within society.Voters are conservative-minded in tradition and values.Unemployment benefits, Social Security and food benefits have helped improve society.The government should be limited in its activities.

A
Federal regulation can protect the environment and citizens from corporate greed.
B
The government needs to have a broad role within society.
C
Voters are conservative-minded in tradition and values.
D
Unemployment benefits, Social Security and food benefits have helped improve society.
E
The government should be limited in its activities.
8

The US Democratic Party mostly includes members who are

A
moderate, conservative, or liberal.
B
moderate, conservative, or Libertarian.
C
moderate, progressive, or liberal.
D
moderate, progressive, or Libertarian.
9

What kind of person is most likely to hold a right-wing ideology?

A
a conservative
B
a liberal
C
a moderate
D
a progressive
10

What do most Libertarians tend to believe?

A
Wealthy and elite groups should not benefit at the expense of ordinary people.
B
Many government functions would be performed better by private businesses.
C
Government regulation must weigh the needs of citizens over corporations.
D
The government is best suited to protect and provide for ordinary citizens.

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