Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)
1. The dictator’s dilemma is when an authoritarian ruler’s repression creates fear, which then breeds uncertainty about how much support the ruler has.
2. All supreme rulers have followers who constantly glorify the ruler and attempt to turn his every utterance into not only government fiat but also divine wisdom.
3. Iran is a prime example of a regime with a leader who has a personality cult.
4. Today, most authoritarian regimes allow no legislature or opposition parties to exist.
5. Because participation is free and open, civil society in authoritarian regimes is extremely active.
1. True
2. False
3. False
4. False
5. False
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