In the experiments discussed in Chapter 7, social scientists had subjects in a variety of countries play the “Ultimatum” and “Dictator” games. They found that
A. the experimental results matched the theoretical predictions of how purely self-interested actors would behave.
B. the experimental results were similar across a wide range of industrialized democracies.
C. the experimental results varied greatly across a range of small-scale societies.
D. the scholars found all of the above to be true.
E. the scholars found only (B) and (C) to be true.
E. the scholars found only (B) and (C) to be true.
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Class-based political movements and tensions have not arisen in the United States because of all of the following EXCEPT
a. unions have been weak due to state and national laws that limit their ability to organize. b. there is a general acceptance that the inequalities in income provide an incentive for the poor to improve themselves. c. immigration policy has focused attention on cultural differences, thus reducing the salience of class divisions. d. candidates refrain from addressing the class implications of public policies. e. the minimal gap between rich and poor in the country.
According to the text, the crucial elements of political leadership and presidential power do NOT include
a. professional reputation. c. moral conviction. b. public prestige. d. presidential choices.
Discuss the role of political action committees (PACs) in terms of their influence on elections and the extent to which they shape government policy
What will be an ideal response?
Senators and representatives have no limits to the number of terms they may serve
Indicate whether this statement is true or false.