Leaders can achieve legitimacy in any of the following ways, EXCEPT ______.

A. by a prolonged use of violence
B. by remaining in power for a long time
C. by receiving the approval of a prior leader who was believed to be legitimate
D. by convincing the public that it is in their best interest to accept their leadership voluntarily


A. by a prolonged use of violence

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Fill in the blank with the correct words.

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You consider your friend Martina to be part of the segment of the American public that pays close attention to politics

What sorts of things does Martina do on a daily basis to conform to your belief that she follows public affairs fairly carefully? What will be an ideal response?

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What is the most common language offered in bilingual education programs?

a. Chinese b. Spanish c. Vietnamese d. Russian

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A political party is

A) an organization that consists of individuals interested in controlling government by winning elections. B) an organization that consists of indvididuals interested in pressuring elected officials to change public policy. C) a coalition of private and public organizations influenced in creating societal change. D) an association of people who study political culture.

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