Which of the following would NOT be considered a role of public elementary and primary schools in the development of political values?
a. respect for authority
b. legitimacy of political institutions
c. patriotism
d. development of religious beliefs
e. capitalism
ANS: D
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What three socializing agents are discussed in the textbook?
a. the family, the media, and political parties b. the family, the schools, and the political parties c. the media, the schools, and the family d. the schools, the family, and politicians
Which of the following statements is true of a typical state party organization?
A. County committees are at the top of the American party structure. B. State committees are below the county committees. C. Ward committees are the same as intermediate committees. D. Congressional district committees are above the county committees.
A majority of the __________ selects the president of the United States
a. popular vote b. Electoral College c. House of Representatives d. Senate
According to the text, which of the following characterizations of the general public is inaccurate?
a. The public is generally uninformed about the specifics of foreign policy issues. b. Although the period immediately after September 11 may be an exception, the public generally has been less interested in foreign affairs as compared to local, community, and national affairs. c. The public has never demonstrated stability in its policy views. d. Public mood is superficial and fluctuating when it comes to foreign affairs. e. None of the above is true.