While the term political development may refer to culture and indigenous institutions, the term political modernization tends to focus on
A. media.
B. technologically advanced urban-industrial centers.
C. social issues, such as fashion and customs.
D. international relations and foreign aid.
Q. 2The primary cause for the weakening of Mexican federalism over time has been
A. American destabilization of the peso.
B. the growing number of Mexican states in existence.
C. judicial review and the Mexican Supreme Court.
D. the overwhelming power of the president in the political system.
Q. 3In Mexican states the chief executive is referred to as the:
A. governor
B. chancellor
C. premier
D. prime minister
Q. 4Compared to German lnder, Mexican states
A. do not have as much power as their German counterparts.
B. have more power than their German counterparts.
C. are about as powerful as their German counterparts.
D. have both more and less power than their German counterparts, depending upon topic.
Q. 5Key principles of Mexican constitutionalism include _____________.
A. separate but equal representation
B. presidential dictatorship
C. judicial review
D. equal justice under law
Q. 6The idea of corporatism as it is used in the Mexican context refers to
A. close interaction of interest groups and government.
B. economic profitability of major corporations.
C. government replacing business in the private sector.
D. control of private property in society.
Q. 7Which of the following has contributed to Mexico's political stability?
A. Mexico's military superiority over its neighbors to the south
B. Balanced budgets and fiscal surpluses in recent years
C. The expansion of mass education in recent years
D. A repressive government willing to do whatever it takes to stay in power
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