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1
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What is the definition of polity?

A

A form or process of civil government or constitution.

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True or False: Polity refers to the study of political systems.

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True

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3
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Who is considered the father of modern political science?

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Aristotle

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What is the main goal of a polity?

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To establish and maintain a system of governance.

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What is the purpose of a constitution in a polity?

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To provide a framework for governance and protect the rights of citizens.

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Fill in the blank: In a democracy, power is vested in the _________.

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people

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What are the three branches of government in a typical polity?

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Executive, Legislative, Judicial

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What is the role of the Executive branch in a polity?

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To enforce laws and administer government policies.

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True or False: The Legislative branch is responsible for interpreting laws.

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False

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What is the primary function of the Judicial branch in a polity?

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To interpret laws and ensure their constitutionality.

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What is the term for a system of government in which power is divided between a central authority and constituent political units?

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Federalism

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In a parliamentary system, who is the head of government?

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Prime Minister

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What is the term for a political system in which one person holds all the power?

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Autocracy

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What is the term for a political system in which power is vested in a hereditary ruling class?

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Aristocracy

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Fill in the blank: Anarchy is a state of _________.

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lawlessness

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16
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What is the term for a system of government in which power is held by a small group of people?

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Oligarchy

17
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What is the term for a system of government in which religious leaders hold political power?

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Theocracy

18
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What is the term for a system of government in which power is held by a single political party?

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One-party system

19
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In a presidential system, who is the head of state and government?

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President

20
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What is the term for the process of making collective decisions for a group or state?

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Governance

21
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True or False: Polity is always synonymous with democracy.

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False

22
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What is the term for a state of political disorder and confusion?

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Chaos

23
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What is the term for a system of government in which power is concentrated in the hands of a central authority?

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Unitary system

24
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What is the term for a system of government in which power is shared between a central authority and regional governments?

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Confederal system

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