A group in which many individuals respond spontaneously to a frustration, disappointment, or strong emotion, but which has no prior organization or planning, is called a(n) ________ group.
A. individual
B. class-based
C. non-associational
D. anomic
Q. 2Political participation cross-nationally tends to be lower among the lower social classes because
A. the lower classes tend not to support social welfare policies.
B. the upper classes have more to lose in electoral politics.
C. the lower classes feel the government can do little for them.
D. the upper classes have more resources and greater political efficacy.
Q. 3When compared with the citizens of Great Britain, Spain, Italy, France, and Germany, American citizens are more likely to express pride in their country.
Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
Q. 4Compared to other democracies, citizens of the United States vote at rates that are A. higher on the local, state, and national levels.
B. higher on the local level, and lower on the state and national level.
C. higher on the state level, but lower on the local and national level.
D. generally lower than those of other countries.
Q. 5Better educated and higher social status individuals
A. are less likely to use opportunities for participation.
B. may have feelings of political efficacy and civic duty.
C. do not need to organize because they have significant financial resources.
D. are less likely to organize than working-class individuals.
Q. 6Independent internet sites are regulated as much as TV and radio in the U.S.
Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
Q. 7The president of the United States is elected directly by the citizens of the United States.
Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
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