Which of these is an accurate statement about the monarchies that remain in today's world?
a. Almost all the remaining absolutist monarchies are currently being challenged by theocratic rivals.
b. Almost all the remaining absolutist monarchies are desperately poor, so they are vulnerable to popular uprisings or military takeovers.
c. Almost all the remaining absolutist monarchies have vast oil wealth, so effectiveness rather than traditional legitimacy supports their regimes.
d. Almost all the remaining monarchies are in Eastern Europe, and their citizens are considerably more free than they were under the Soviet regime.
Correct Answer: c
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A. are not covered by federal election laws. B. are committees created under federal or state law for the purpose of collecting political donations. C. coordinate all expenditures directly with the candidate. D. collect funds from the candidate and transfer them to the political party. E. are limited in how much they spend.
Which of the following is the best definition of lobbying?
a. attempting to persuade government officials to support a particular policy position b. conducting surveys to gauge public opinion on a policy issue c. convincing potential members to join an interest group by offering them material benefits d. fundraising for political candidates -
How does the primary process affect the positions of the various candidates for elective office?
A. It makes them more ideologically extreme. B. It makes them more centrist. C. It has no discernable effect on the candidates. D. It makes them more likely to engage in policy debates with their opponents.
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Indicate whether this statement is true or false.