Economics Mcqs
The second function of the legislative branch is to______________?

A. Govern every state in the union
B. Ensure a system of representation
C. Ensure that neither of the chambers has the upper hand
D. Pass laws consistent with moral values

Which of the following is identified with the elitist view _____________?

A. C.wright mills
B. Karl marx
C. Paul samuelson
D. Both mills and marx

Political scientists Dye and Zeigler maintain that____________?

A. The elite may be influenced by the masses but it is more likely that it influences the masses
B. The elite constitutes a monolithic ruling class
C. Elite groups have maximum control over decisions that affect the majority of people
D. The elite works against the public good

The American democratic system is based on________________?

A. The dignity of the individual
B. Representation of the majority
C. Protection of minority rights
D. All of the above

C.Wright Mills maintains that the nation is really ruled by_______________?

A. The masses
B. A power elite
C. Representatives of the people
D. The participants in the political process

The elitist school of thought asserts that______________?

A. The elite is not always against the masses
B. The elite always works against the public interest
C. The elite displays a monolithic power structure
D. The masses should rebel against the elite

Advocates of the elitist approach believe that the ruling elite maintains its power by____________?

A. Physical force
B. Manipulation of the masses
C. Explaining the truth to the people
D. None of the above

The main purpose of a political party in a democracy is to________________?

A. Eliminate the opposition
B. Gain power
C. Eliminate power
D. Control the media

The unique two-party system in the United States is based on______________?

A. The need to have religious representation in government
B. Proportional representation
C. Extremist ideologies
D. Broad agreement on basic principles