A theory that assumes that widely held values and beliefs help explain political behavior would be best described as
a. rational choice theory
b. political culture theory
c. psychological theory
d. none of the above
b. political culture theory
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
According to Hoffman, what primarily distinguishes terrorists from national armed forces?
a. National armed forces do not use violence in a way that might kill civilians, while terrorists exclusively target civilians. b. National armed forces use violence for purely military purposes, while terrorists use it for purely "political theater." c. National armed forces generally operate within rules of warfare and codes of conduct. d. National armed forces have more sophisticated weaponry and greater numbers. e. The violent actions of national armed forces often spill over into third-party countries, whereas terrorists' acts of violence are more narrowly focused on their perceived oppressors.
In a closed primary election, ______.
a. the election contest is restricted to voters who have not declared a party affiliation b. only members of a political party are allowed to vote c. voters do not have to declare party affiliation to participate d. independent voters may participate in only one party’s primary e. raiding by voters of other parties is allowed
Which test examines the constitutionality of religious establishment issues?
a. Orange b. Lemon c. Free Exercise d. Prior Restraint