In Indiana, the following statement made by a judicial candidate would be a violation of judicial ethical rules: "I pledge to be tough on child molesters."

In Indiana, the following statement made by a judicial candidate would be a violation of judicial ethical rules: "I pledge to be tough on child molesters." 

a. True
b. False


Answer: T

An attorney-client communication must be made in written form for the rules of confidentiality to apply.

An attorney-client communication must be made in written form for the rules of confidentiality to apply.

a. True
b. False


Answer: F

The probability of a reversal declines as each subsequent level of appeal occurs and the original decision is affirmed.

The probability of a reversal declines as each subsequent level of appeal occurs and the original decision is affirmed.

a. True
b. False


Answer: T

Which type of contempt is usually used to punish someone for courtroom misconduct?

Which type of contempt is usually used to punish someone for courtroom misconduct? 

a. Indirect Civil Contempt
b. Direct Criminal Contempt
c. Direct Judicial Contempt
d. Indirect Judicial Contempt


Answer: B

A prosecutor shall do all of the following except

A prosecutor shall do all of the following except

a. take steps to assure that the defendant has been advised of their rights
b. refrain from filing charges not supported by probable cause
c. not seek waiver of important rights from unrepresented clients
d. refrain from seeking harsh sentences on minor crimes


Answer: D

According to the Indiana Rules of Professional Conduct, contingency fees are allowed in all but which of the following type of case?

According to the Indiana Rules of Professional Conduct, contingency fees are allowed in all but which of the following type of case?

a. Domestic relations cases
b. Personal injury cases
c. Medical malpractice cases
d. Slander and libel cases


Answer: A

We discussed several types of contempt. Which of the following is not a type of contempt we discussed?

We discussed several types of contempt. Which of the following is not a type of contempt we discussed? 

a. Criminal Contempt
b. Indirect Contempt
c. Judicial Contempt
d. Civil Contempt


Answer: C

Which of the following entities (according to the cases we discussed) are traditionally charged with the regulation of attorneys?

Which of the following entities (according to the cases we discussed) are traditionally charged with the regulation of attorneys?

a. The legislature
b. The courts
c. The executive branch
d. The ABA


Answer: B

Which of the following describe some of the most common ethical issues for attorneys, paralegals, and support staff alike?

Which of the following describe some of the most common ethical issues for attorneys, paralegals, and support staff alike?

a. Confidentiality, competence, conflict of interest
b. Accounting, confidence, zealous representation
c. Confidentiality, conflict of interest among staff, competence
d. Competence, confidentiality between staff members, accounting


Answer: A

Unlike other professions, the legal profession is based on what system?

Unlike other professions, the legal profession is based on what system?

a. Adversarial system
b. Financial system
c. Honor system
d. Trust system


Answer: A

Regarding possible conflicts of interest, how are the rules written?

Regarding possible conflicts of interest, how are the rules written?

a. Annually
b. Clearly
c. Vaguely
d. With specific examples


Answer: B

Who can waive the privileged information produced as a result of the attorney-client relationship?

Who can waive the privileged information produced as a result of the attorney-client relationship?

a. Attorney
b. Client
c. Federal judge
d. The information cannot be waived.


Answer: B

Who files a civil complaint?

Who files a civil complaint?

a. Defendant
b. Defense attorney
c. Plaintiff
d. Paralegal


Answer: C

Procedural law is always enacted by state general assemblies in order to protect the separation of powers.

Procedural law is always enacted by state general assemblies in order to protect the separation of powers.

a. True
b. False


Answer: F

Normally a defendant in a criminal proceeding who remains in jail over 6 months is there on his own motion.

Normally a defendant in a criminal proceeding who remains in jail over 6 months is there on his own motion.

a. True
b. False


Answer: T

Ordinarily, an affirmative defense must be plead in a responsive pleading or the court may consider the argument "waived."

Ordinarily, an affirmative defense must be plead in a responsive pleading or the court may consider the argument "waived."

a. True
b. False


Answer: T

A defendant may seek to have a case brought before the federal courts when federal jurisdiction arises in a case that is already underway in state court.

A defendant may seek to have a case brought before the federal courts when federal jurisdiction arises in a case that is already underway in state court.

a. True
b. False


Answer: T

The law treats a corporation as a person.

The law treats a corporation as a person.

a. True
b. False


Answer: T

A court may not acquire jurisdiction over an individual who is not domiciled in the court's jurisdiction.

A court may not acquire jurisdiction over an individual who is not domiciled in the court's jurisdiction.

a. True
b. False


Answer: F

Imprisonment is one of the possible verdicts during a civil trial.

Imprisonment is one of the possible verdicts during a civil trial.

a. True
b. False


Answer: F

Where is one authority for a court to impose jurisdiction over persons beyond their geographical boundaries?

Where is one authority for a court to impose jurisdiction over persons beyond their geographical boundaries?

a. Original jurisdiction
b. Personam geographical jurisdiction
c. Long-arm statutes
d. State extradition statutes


Answer: C

Which of the following provides the authority of a court over the actual dispute between the parties?

Which of the following provides the authority of a court over the actual dispute between the parties?

a. Federal statute
b. Long-arm statute
c. Subject matter jurisdiction
d. Quasi in rem jurisdiction


Answer: C

Which of the following governs issues arising between parties in regard to private rights?

Which of the following governs issues arising between parties in regard to private rights?

a. Civil law
b. Criminal law
c. Personal law
d. Substantive law


Answer: A

When does default judgment on the complaint occur?

When does default judgment on the complaint occur?

a. During the sentencing phase
b. During closing arguments
c. When a plaintiff does not respond within the allotted time
d. When the defendant does not respond within the allotted time


Answer: D

What may be filed if the complaint is deficient in some way?

What may be filed if the complaint is deficient in some way?

a. Motion for bill of particulars
b. Motion to dismiss
c. Motion to readdress
d. Motion to respond


Answer: B

How do the parties involved in a lawsuit communicate requests with the court?

How do the parties involved in a lawsuit communicate requests with the court?

a. Appellate procedures
b. Hearings
c. Motions
d. Rulings


Answer: C

What type of motion occurs should be filed when asking the judge to issue a final decision on the issues of the lawsuit without a trial?

What type of motion occurs should be filed when asking the judge to issue a final decision on the issues of the lawsuit without a trial?

a. Motion to compel
b. Motion for final resolution
c. Motion for sanctions
d. Motion for summary judgment


Answer: D

What are additional monies that a defendant may be required to pay as a form of punishment?

What are additional monies that a defendant may be required to pay as a form of punishment?

a. Compensatory
b. Exemplary or Punative
c. Penitentiary
d. Settlement


Answer: B

According to the video we watched, in some states, Electors from the Electoral College are not bound to vote for the candidate they are pledged to.

According to the video we watched, in some states, Electors from the Electoral College are not bound to vote for the candidate they are pledged to.

a. True
b. False


Answer: T

Administrative agencies have adjudicatory powers.

Administrative agencies have adjudicatory powers.

a. True
b. False


Answer: T

In the case of U.S. v. Mitchell, the respondent was being charged with trying to aid the enemy in the civil war.

In the case of U.S. v. Mitchell, the respondent was being charged with trying to aid the enemy in the civil war.

a. True
b. False


Answer: F

The War Powers Resolution allows the introduction of U.S. troops into war as long as Congress issues formal declaration of war within one year.

The War Powers Resolution allows the introduction of U.S. troops into war as long as Congress issues formal declaration of war within one year.

a. True
b. False


Answer: F

The President has never again attempted to suspend the rights that were at issue in Ex-Parte Milligan as the U.S. Supreme Court decided that issue once and for all in the Milligan case.

The President has never again attempted to suspend the rights that were at issue in Ex-Parte Milligan as the U.S. Supreme Court decided that issue once and for all in the Milligan case.

a. True
b. False


Answer: F

The ability to respond quickly to rapidly changing needs of industries or citizens is one of the advantages of administrative agencies.

The ability to respond quickly to rapidly changing needs of industries or citizens is one of the advantages of administrative agencies.

a. True
b. False


Answer: T

Administrative agencies are sometimes referred to as:

Administrative agencies are sometimes referred to as:

a. The first branch of government
b. The fourth branch of government
c. The second branch of government
d. The only branch of government


Answer: B

Comparisons can be made between Ex-Parte Milligan and cases today dealing with:

Comparisons can be made between Ex-Parte Milligan and cases today dealing with:

a. the draft
b. military detention and trials
c. Presidential war making powers
d. the Commerce Clause


Answer: B

Which of the following were not included in the three steps we talked about concerning administrative agency rulemaking?

Which of the following were not included in the three steps we talked about concerning administrative agency rulemaking?

a. Notice
b. Presidential Review
c. Right to be heard
d. Publication


Answer: B

The premise that Congress cannot delegate any of its lawmaking power is based on

The premise that Congress cannot delegate any of its lawmaking power is based on

a. a constitutional amendment.
b. an enabling act.
c. a delegation doctrine.
d. an executive order.


Answer: C

How can an administrative agency be created?

How can an administrative agency be created?

a. Legislative enactment
b. Order of the judiciary
c. Two-thirds approval of House of Representatives
d. Two-thirds approval of Senate


Answer: A

Which of the following provides for the agency's fair and efficient operation?

Which of the following provides for the agency's fair and efficient operation?

a. Administrative Agency Creation Act
b. Procedure and Code of Federal Regulations Act
c. Administrative Procedure Act
d. Administrative Enabling Regulations Act


Answer: C

In the case of Wickard v Filburn, the U.S. Supreme Court relied heavily on the

In the case of Wickard v Filburn, the U.S. Supreme Court relied heavily on the

a. Commerce Clause
b. Necessary and proper clause
c. General Welfare Clause
d. Supremacy Clause


Answer: A

Gerrymandering has been made illegal by the U.S. Supreme Court.

Gerrymandering has been made illegal by the U.S. Supreme Court.

a. True
b. False


Answer: F

As a general rule, unless otherwise noted, new laws are to be applied retroactively.

As a general rule, unless otherwise noted, new laws are to be applied retroactively.

a. True
b. False


Answer: F

Lobbyists are not required to register in Indiana.

Lobbyists are not required to register in Indiana.

a. True
b. False


Answer: F

Most modern Constitutional Amendments now have expirations dates to prevent them from pending for long periods of time.

Most modern Constitutional Amendments now have expirations dates to prevent them from pending for long periods of time.

a. True
b. False


Answer: T

In McCulloch v. Maryland, the U.S. Government attempted to tax a state chartered bank.

In McCulloch v. Maryland, the U.S. Government attempted to tax a state chartered bank.

a. True
b. False


Answer: F

McCulloch v. Maryland is known for two propositions, one of which is represented by the now famous quote, "the power to tax is the power to destroy."

McCulloch v. Maryland is known for two propositions, one of which is represented by the now famous quote, "the power to tax is the power to destroy."

a. True
b. False


Answer: T

A U.S. Senator must be a resident of the state he or she is elected to represent.

A U.S. Senator must be a resident of the state he or she is elected to represent.

a. True
b. False


Answer: T

Statutes are written broadly and generally do not include specific scenarios.

Statutes are written broadly and generally do not include specific scenarios.

a. True
b. False



Answer: T

Law as a protective measure began with the Bill of Rights.

Law as a protective measure began with the Bill of Rights.

a. True
b. False


Answer: T

The authority to regulate commerce by statute is a significant power of the executive branch.

The authority to regulate commerce by statute is a significant power of the executive branch.

a. True
b. False


Answer: F

According to Wickard, Congress may reach action (regulate it) if it exerts (a) ______ effect on interstate commerce.

According to Wickard, Congress may reach action (regulate it) if it exerts (a) ______ effect on interstate commerce.

a. minimal
b. substantial
c. no
d. none of the above


Answer: B

In the last 100 years Congress has used which clause more than the others to reach and regulate in areas that some people might think of as historically purely state affairs.

In the last 100 years Congress has used which clause more than the others to reach and regulate in areas that some people might think of as historically purely state affairs.

a. General Welfare Clause
b. Commerce Clause
c. Necessary and Proper Clause
d. Supremacy Clause


Answer: B

According to the Constitution, revenue-raising bills must be initially introduced

According to the Constitution, revenue-raising bills must be initially introduced

a. in a joint session of Congress.
b. by executive order.
c. in the Senate
d. none of the above


Answer: D

What is the term length for a member of the

What is the term length for a member of the

U.S. House?
a. two years
b. six years
c. four years
d. Varies depending on the term limits of the individual state


Answer: A

How many voting U.S. Representatives are there?

How many voting U.S. Representatives are there?

a. 100
b. 435
c. The number varies depending on the decennial census.
d. 535


Answer: B

The number of U.S. Senators elected from each state depends on

The number of U.S. Senators elected from each state depends on

a. total state population.
b. the number of state Representatives
c. the population in a specific geographical district.
d. Each state gets two


Answer: D

Per curium opinions refer to opinions of the court where each judge signs his or her own opinion per there own desire to sustain or overrule the lower court.

Per curium opinions refer to opinions of the court where each judge signs his or her own opinion per there own desire to sustain or overrule the lower court.

a. True
b. False


Answer: F

In Indiana, ALL judges must be lawyers.

In Indiana, ALL judges must be lawyers.

a. True
b. False


Answer: F

Many people think Chief Justice Marshall should have recused himself in Marybury v Madison due to a conflict of interest.

Many people think Chief Justice Marshall should have recused himself in Marybury v Madison due to a conflict of interest.

a. True
b. False


Answer: T

Certiorari and Stare Decisis are the same.

Certiorari and Stare Decisis are the same.

a. True
b. False


Answer: F

Actual innocence is always a basis for a new trial.

Actual innocence is always a basis for a new trial.

a. True
b. False


Answer: F

"Trial de novo" means new trial.

"Trial de novo" means new trial.

a. True
b. False


Answer: T

Statutes provide highly detailed discussions of potential case scenarios.

Statutes provide highly detailed discussions of potential case scenarios.

a. True
b. False


Answer: F

How many levels are there in the Federal Court System?

How many levels are there in the Federal Court System?

a. One
b. Two
c. Three
d. Four


Answer: C

Where does the average case begin in the Federal System

Where does the average case begin in the Federal System

a. U.S. Supreme Court
b. U.S. district courts.
c. U.S. Appellate Courts
d. U.S. municipal courts.


Answer: B

The power of Eminent Domain can be found in the ______ Amendment.

The power of Eminent Domain can be found in the ______ Amendment.

a. 4th
b. 5th
c. 6th
d. 7th


Answer: B

Griswold referred to Penumbras. What were they referring to?

Griswold referred to Penumbras. What were they referring to?

a. Shadows
b. Rights
c. Constitution
d. Senators


Answer: A

Roughly how many cases will be heard by the Supreme Court each year?

Roughly how many cases will be heard by the Supreme Court each year?

a. Less than 15
b. 15-150
c. 1,500-15,000
d. over 15,000


Answer: B

When there are no judicial precedents, a judge must create one. This is known as what?

When there are no judicial precedents, a judge must create one. This is known as what?

a. Administrative law
b. Delegated law
c. Common law
d. Statutory Law


Answer: C

Which court has the general authority to change the trial court's verdict on review?

Which court has the general authority to change the trial court's verdict on review?

a. Appellate court
b. Municipal court
c. Federal district court
d. Judicial court


Answer: A

The Supreme Court most commonly employs what type of jurisdiction?

The Supreme Court most commonly employs what type of jurisdiction?

a. State jurisdiction
b. Appellate jurisdiction
c. Pendent jurisdiction
d. U.S. district court jurisdiction


Answer: B

Statutes are generally written

Statutes are generally written

a. vaguely
b. specifically
c. only for criminal issues.
d. only for civil issues


Answer: A

Dr. Martin Luther King was the organizer of the civil rights march on Washington D.C.

Dr. Martin Luther King was the organizer of the civil rights march on Washington D.C.

a. True
b. False


Answer: F

The Bill of Rights protects people from abuses by everyone, not just government actors.

The Bill of Rights protects people from abuses by everyone, not just government actors.

a. True
b. False


Answer: F

The case of Barron v. Baltimore is still good law today.

The case of Barron v. Baltimore is still good law today.

a. True
b. False


Answer: F

The Classical School (Beccaria & Bentham) had little in common with Naturalist theory and was disregarded by early American leaders.

The Classical School (Beccaria & Bentham) had little in common with Naturalist theory and was disregarded by early American leaders.

a. True
b. False


Answer: F

Beccaria's writings were influential during the formative years of American society.

Beccaria's writings were influential during the formative years of American society.

a. True
b. False


Answer: T

The executive branch was the first governmental branch established in the federal structure.

The executive branch was the first governmental branch established in the federal structure.

a. True
b. False


Answer: F

The majority of Americans have more frequent personal contact with the legislative branch than with any other branch of government.

The majority of Americans have more frequent personal contact with the legislative branch than with any other branch of government.

a. True
b. False


Answer: F

The U.S. Supreme Court is the main source of all law in this country.

The U.S. Supreme Court is the main source of all law in this country.

a. True
b. False


Answer: F

Regarding treaties and executive agreements, which is correct:

Regarding treaties and executive agreements, which is correct:

a. Treaties don't require Congressional approval, Executive Agreements do
b. Treaties require Congressional approval, Executive Agreements don't
c. Both require Congressional approval
d. Neither require Congressional approval


Answer: B

The United States is:

The United States is:

a. A member of the U.N., but not the International Court of Justice (ICJ)
b. A member of both the UN and the ICJ
c. a member of the ICJ, but not the U.N.
d. a member of neither


Answer: A

The Bill of Rights are the

The Bill of Rights are the

a. Amendments to the U.S. Constitution
b. The first ten Amendments
c. All Amendments after the first ten
d. The entire U.S. Constitution


Answer: B

In the case of Barron v Baltimore, the _____ Amendment was held ______ to the states.

In the case of Barron v Baltimore, the _____ Amendment was held ______ to the states.

a. 5th, applicable
b. 5th, inapplicable
c. 4th, applicable
d. 4th, inapplicable


Answer: B

The Articles of Confederation were considered largely ineffective for all of the following reasons EXCEPT:

The Articles of Confederation were considered largely ineffective for all of the following reasons EXCEPT:

a. No federal judges
b. The national government lacked enforcement power.
c. Corruption was rampant
d. Power to tax


Answer: C

We talked about Beccaria in relation to what theory (choose the best).

We talked about Beccaria in relation to what theory (choose the best).

a. Sociological
b. Positivist
c. Psyco-Social Contract
d. Social Contract


Answer: D

The primary source of new law is the

The primary source of new law is the

a. executive branch.
b. U.S. Constitution.
c. Congress.
d. popular vote.


Answer: C

Federal laws take precedence over conflicting state laws because of the

Federal laws take precedence over conflicting state laws because of the

a. legislative clause.
b. judicial clause.
c. statutory clause.
d. supremacy clause.


Answer: D

The positivist theory was based on what belief?

The positivist theory was based on what belief?

a. All governmental entities should be identical
b. There should be a superior governmental entity
c. All individuals have the ability to distinguish between right and wrong.
d. The court system has the ability to distinguish between right and wrong


Answer: B

According to the text, elites do not define economic problems.

According to the text, elites do not define economic problems.

Answer: T

Delegates to presidential nominating conventions tend to be more ideological than the average voter.

Delegates to presidential nominating conventions tend to be more ideological than the average voter.

Answer: T

Populists are liberal on economic issues and conservative on social ones.

Populists are liberal on economic issues and conservative on social ones.

Answer: T

Libertarians are conservative on economic issues and liberal on social ones.

Libertarians are conservative on economic issues and liberal on social ones.

Answer: T

Pure liberals are more likely to want the government to reduce income inequality.

Pure liberals are more likely to want the government to reduce income inequality.

Answer: T

Conservatives are more likely to focus on removing the root causes of crime as opposed to addressing the problem by getting tough with offenders.

Conservatives are more likely to focus on removing the root causes of crime as opposed to addressing the problem by getting tough with offenders.

Answer: F

Conservatives are more likely to support decriminalization of marijuana.

Conservatives are more likely to support decriminalization of marijuana.

Answer: F

The definitions of the terms liberal and conservative began to change around the time of Franklin Roosevelt and the New Deal.

The definitions of the terms liberal and conservative began to change around the time of Franklin Roosevelt and the New Deal.

Answer: T

In the nineteenth century liberals favored personal and economic liberty.

In the nineteenth century liberals favored personal and economic liberty.

Answer: T

People can have an ideology without describing themselves as liberals or conservatives.

People can have an ideology without describing themselves as liberals or conservatives.

Answer: T

Clinton won the presidency in 1992 and 1996 without carrying the South.

Clinton won the presidency in 1992 and 1996 without carrying the South.

Answer: T

The South has, on the whole, been less accommodating to business enterprises than other regions.

The South has, on the whole, been less accommodating to business enterprises than other regions.

Answer: F

A 1998 study found Cuban Americans were more likely to be Republican than Mexican Americans.

A 1998 study found Cuban Americans were more likely to be Republican than Mexican Americans.

Answer: T

Korean Americans appear to be more liberal than Japanese Americans.

Korean Americans appear to be more liberal than Japanese Americans.

Answer: T

The text suggests there is evidence that the differences between the views of white and black Americans may be widening.

The text suggests there is evidence that the differences between the views of white and black Americans may be widening.

Answer: F

The text suggests there is evidence that the differences between the views of white and black Americans may be widening.

The text suggests there is evidence that the differences between the views of white and black Americans may be widening.

Answer: F

Most whites oppose the use of racial quotas while a majority of blacks support the use of such quotas.

Most whites oppose the use of racial quotas while a majority of blacks support the use of such quotas.

Answer: F

African Americans are overwhelmingly Democrats.

African Americans are overwhelmingly Democrats.

Answer: T

In the United States, public opinion is less divided by class than it is in Europe.

In the United States, public opinion is less divided by class than it is in Europe.

Answer: T

Most blue-collar workers in Great Britain think of themselves as "middle class."

Most blue-collar workers in Great Britain think of themselves as "middle class."

Answer: F

Today, there is evidence to suggest that college students are more conservative than they were twenty years ago.

Today, there is evidence to suggest that college students are more conservative than they were twenty years ago.

Answer: T

The gender gap is less evident in midterm elections.

The gender gap is less evident in midterm elections.

Answer: T

Survey data suggest men and women have similar views on abortion.

Survey data suggest men and women have similar views on abortion.

Answer: T

Men have generally been more conservative than women on social issues such as gay rights, gun control, and spending programs for the poor.

Men have generally been more conservative than women on social issues such as gay rights, gun control, and spending programs for the poor.

Answer: T

The gender gap is largely explained by the fact that, since the 1960s, women have increasingly become Democrats.

The gender gap is largely explained by the fact that, since the 1960s, women have increasingly become Democrats.

Answer: F

The gender gap is a recent phenomenon in American politics.

The gender gap is a recent phenomenon in American politics.

Answer: F

Studies suggest religious influences on public opinion are most pronounced with respect to economic issues.

Studies suggest religious influences on public opinion are most pronounced with respect to economic issues.

Answer: F

Younger voters have a weaker sense of partisanship than older ones.

Younger voters have a weaker sense of partisanship than older ones.

Answer: T

The proportion of citizens who consider themselves Democrats or Republicans has steadily increased since the 1950s.

The proportion of citizens who consider themselves Democrats or Republicans has steadily increased since the 1950s.

Answer: F (The proportion of Independents has increased. Democrats and Republicans have decreased)

The majority of young people identify with their parents' political party.

The majority of young people identify with their parents' political party.

Answer: T

Since 1952, the major polls have a modest record with respect to predicting the winner in presidential elections.

Since 1952, the major polls have a modest record with respect to predicting the winner in presidential elections.

Answer: F

Studies of public opinion in the 1940s found most citizens had high levels of knowledge about government and policy.

Studies of public opinion in the 1940s found most citizens had high levels of knowledge about government and policy.

Answer: F

The Framers of the Constitution did not try to create a government that would do from day to day "what the people want."

The Framers of the Constitution did not try to create a government that would do from day to day "what the people want."

Answer: T

Which of the following is an incorrect assessment of elite opinion?

Which of the following is an incorrect assessment of elite opinion? 

a. Elites influence which issues will capture the public's attention.
b. Elites are unified in their interests and opinions.
c. Elites state the norms by which issues should be settled.
d. Elites raise and frame political issues.
e. Elites influence how issues are debated and decided.


Answer: b

The rate at which governments adopt policies supported by majorities in polls

The rate at which governments adopt policies supported by majorities in polls 

a. has increased dramatically.
b. has increased somewhat.
c. has remained the same for some time now.
d. has decreased.
e. suggests politicians often pander to constituents.


Answer: d

Which group displays the most consistency in political attitudes?

Which group displays the most consistency in political attitudes? 

a. Average citizens
b. Political activists
c. Females
d. Blacks
e. Manual workers


Answer: b

If you want the federal government to control business but regulate personal conduct and allow prayer in public schools, you are probably a

If you want the federal government to control business but regulate personal conduct and allow prayer in public schools, you are probably a 

a. pure liberal.
b. pure conservative.
c. neo-conservative.
d. libertarian.
e. populist.


Answer: e

If you favor cutting back on the welfare state and allowing the market to allocate goods and services, you would probably be classified as a

If you favor cutting back on the welfare state and allowing the market to allocate goods and services, you would probably be classified as a 

a. pure liberal.
b. neo-populist.
c. pure conservative.
d. libertarian.
e. populist.


Answer: c

If you favor reduction of economic inequality, the regulation of business, allowing abortions and protecting the rights of the accused, then the text suggests you will probably be labeled a

If you favor reduction of economic inequality, the regulation of business, allowing abortions and protecting the rights of the accused, then the text suggests you will probably be labeled a 

a. pure liberal.
b. pure conservative.
c. neo-conservative.
d. libertarian.
e. populist.


Answer: a

Political liberals oppose

Political liberals oppose 

a. federal action to desegregate schools.
b. increased hiring opportunities for minorities.
c. compensatory programs for minorities.
d. strict enforcement of civil rights laws.
e. None of the above.


Answer: e

Those who favor increased taxation of the rich are usually described as

Those who favor increased taxation of the rich are usually described as 

a. Republicans.
b. liberals.
c. activists.
d. conservatives.
e. Taxicrats.


Answer: b

The first major U.S. politician to proclaim himself conservative was

The first major U.S. politician to proclaim himself conservative was 

a. Barry Goldwater.
b. Richard Nixon.
c. Ronald Reagan.
d. Dwight Eisenhower.
e. Herbert Hoover.


Answer: a

The terms liberal and conservative are _____ political elites.

The terms liberal and conservative are _____ political elites. 

a. irrelevant to
b. somewhat irrelevant to
c. avoided by
d. very meaningful for
e. consistently misunderstood by


Answer: d

In a typical ideological self-identification survey, the smallest group of Americans will

In a typical ideological self-identification survey, the smallest group of Americans will 

a. classify themselves as liberal.
b. classify themselves as conservative.
c. classify themselves as moderate.
d. refuse to classify themselves in any manner.
e. None of the above


Answer: a

In a typical ideological self-identification survey, the largest group of Americans will

In a typical ideological self-identification survey, the largest group of Americans will

a. classify themselves as liberal.
b. classify themselves as conservative.
c. classify themselves as moderate.
d. refuse to classify themselves in any manner.
e. None of the above.


Answer: c

When political scientists see how accurately they can predict a person's view on one issue based on views on a different issue, then the focus is on

When political scientists see how accurately they can predict a person's view on one issue based on views on a different issue, then the focus is on 

a. "constraint."
b. "salience."
c. "congruence."
d. "linearity."
e. "robustness."


Answer: a

Latinos, the fastest growing ethnic group in the United States,

Latinos, the fastest growing ethnic group in the United States, 

a. tend to vote for Democratic candidates.
b. tend to vote for Republican candidates.
c. tend to vote for Independent candidates.
d. generally vote the same, but in an unpredictable manner.
e. are a diverse mix of groups, none of which has become predictably partisan.


Answer: e

The opinions of whites and African Americans are quite similar on all of the following except

The opinions of whites and African Americans are quite similar on all of the following except 

a. the use of racial quotas.
b. stronger affirmative action programs.
c. the belief that too much is made of racial differences.
d. abortion.
e. getting tough on criminals.


Answer: b

In a classic study by V.O. Key in the 1950s, differences in political opinion were closely associated with:

In a classic study by V.O. Key in the 1950s, differences in political opinion were closely associated with: 

a. occupation.
b. race.
c. gender.
d. ethnicity.
e. education levels.


Answer: a

The political liberalizing effects of college among older Americans were probably attributable to the fact that yesteryear's college graduates

The political liberalizing effects of college among older Americans were probably attributable to the fact that yesteryear's college graduates 

a. had lower rates of political participation.
b. watched television.
c. read newspapers and news magazines.
d. were influenced by Vietnam and Watergate.
e. listened to talk radio.


Answer: c

The text suggests one of the possible explanations for the declining strength of the relationship between higher levels of education and liberalism might be:

The text suggests one of the possible explanations for the declining strength of the relationship between higher levels of education and liberalism might be: 

a. Colleges and universities have become more objective in their admissions decisions.
b. Professors are increasingly from the lower middle class.
c. There has been a decrease in students pursuing post-graduate degrees.
d. The standards for text book publication has become more rigorous.
e. The number of social science and humanities majors is declining


Answer: e

Students attending more prestigious or selective colleges are more _________ than the general population.

Students attending more prestigious or selective colleges are more _________ than the general population. 

a. liberal
b. conservative
c. Democratic
d. Republican
e. moderate


Answer: a

There is much research which indicates attending college tends to make people more __________ than the general population.

There is much research which indicates attending college tends to make people more __________ than the general population. 

a. moderate
b. conservative
c. Democratic
d. Republican
e. liberal


Answer: e

The text suggests the gender gap is less evident in _______ elections.

The text suggests the gender gap is less evident in _______ elections. 

a. presidential
b. congressional
c. midterm
d. realigning
e. federal


Answer: c

The increasing incidence of men "deserting" Democratic candidates for Republican ones involves attitudes about all of the following issues except

The increasing incidence of men "deserting" Democratic candidates for Republican ones involves attitudes about all of the following issues except 

a. spending programs aimed at the poor.
b. the size of government.
c. the economy.
d. gun control.
e. gay rights.


Answer: c

The transfer of political beliefs from generation to generation does not appear in large national studies of political attitudes because

The transfer of political beliefs from generation to generation does not appear in large national studies of political attitudes because 

a. most Americans are quite conservative.
b. few Americans are either far left or far right of the political spectrum.
c. polling techniques change radically from one generation to the next.
d. most Americans are quite liberal.
e. some generations participate in polls more than others.


Answer: b

In recent years the influence of the family on party identification has

In recent years the influence of the family on party identification has 

a. decreased.
b. increased.
c. remained the same.
d. disappeared.
e. become too complex to study.


Answer: a

In adulthood, people whose party identification differs from their parents' usually call themselves

In adulthood, people whose party identification differs from their parents' usually call themselves 

a. radicals.
b. independents.
c. neo-institutionalists.
d. conservatives.
e. Democrats.


Answer: b

Research indicates over half of children identify with the partisan preferences of at least one of their parents by the time they are

Research indicates over half of children identify with the partisan preferences of at least one of their parents by the time they are 

a. in the first grade.
b. in the fifth grade.
c. juniors in high school.
d. seniors in high school.
e. high school graduates.


Answer: b

The Framers of the Constitution understood that ________ would be the chief source of opinion on most matters.

The Framers of the Constitution understood that ________ would be the chief source of opinion on most matters. 

a. the general public
b. elected representatives
c. factions and interest groups
d. political theorists and educators
e. intellectuals


Answer: c

Which of the following goals is not listed in the Preamble to the Constitution?

Which of the following goals is not listed in the Preamble to the Constitution? 

a. Justice
b. Domestic tranquility
c. The common defense
d. Equality
e. The general welfare


Answer: d