Rules and Institutions Flashcards

1
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What are the foundations of any political system?

A

Rules and institutions

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2
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What do rules determine in a political system?

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How resources are distributed and how collective action is governed

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3
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What are the two types of rules mentioned?

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  • Formal laws
  • Unwritten norms
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4
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What are institutions in the context of government?

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Organizations through which governmental power is exercised

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5
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What do institutions ensure in a political system?

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Rules are enforced, decisions are made, and public services are provided

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6
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What is the role of formal rules?

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Establish order and predictability

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7
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Give an example of formal rules.

A
  • Tax laws
  • Election laws
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8
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What is a key example of an unwritten norm in U.S. politics?

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The tradition of a peaceful transfer of power between presidents

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9
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What are the three branches of government in the United States?

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  • Legislative branch (Congress)
  • Executive branch (President and administration)
  • Judicial branch (Courts)
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10
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What is the function of the legislative branch?

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Makes laws and determines how resources are allocated

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What role does the executive branch play?

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Enforces laws and manages government functions

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12
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What does the judicial branch do?

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Interprets laws and ensures they are applied fairly

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13
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How have institutions expanded beyond the original framework of the Constitution?

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By addressing modern challenges with new federal agencies

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14
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Name two federal agencies established to address modern challenges.

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  • Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
  • Federal Reserve
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15
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What historical events contributed to the expansion of government institutions?

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  • Industrialization
  • Economic crises
  • War
  • Social movements
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16
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What significant policies led to the creation of numerous federal agencies during the Great Depression?

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President Franklin D. Roosevelt’s New Deal policies

17
Q

What is the importance of rules and institutions in society?

A

Maintaining order, ensuring fairness, and promoting stability

18
Q

Fill in the blank: Without clear rules, there would be _______.

A

confusion and conflict over resource distribution and decision-making

19
Q

What do rules and institutions together create?

A

A framework that allows societies to function efficiently and adapt to new challenges

20
Q

How have rules and institutions evolved over time?

A

They have adapted to new societal needs

21
Q

True or False: Institutions have remained static since the founding of the United States.