Exam 6: Political Culture

Why is declining membership in traditional organizations such as the Boy Scouts insufficient evidence that Americans are becoming less interested in organizing?

Studies of __________ look for basic,general values regarding politics and government.

The ability to function in business and governance using only one language has contributed to China's recent economic growth.

For centuries Spain was split by __________,creating "Two Spains."

During the Kennedy and Johnson administrations,__________ was portrayed as vital to national security.

Even if they were real,the Norwegian Americans of the fictional Lake Wobegon,Minnesota,would not constitute a political subculture because __________.

Political culture changes __________.

Elites are wealthier,better educated,and more influential than the average citizen.Politically,elites are more likely to __________ than the rest of the population.

The act of __________ is merely the starting point for political participation.

Some scholars,including Robert Putman,argue that watching a lot of television makes people __________ and less interested in civil society.

Lower levels of education,along with corresponding lower incomes,reduce the likelihood that people will __________.

How does political competence compare with political efficacy?

Some political thinkers are concerned about U.S.stability if __________ continues to grow.

What is one example of a way in which socialization through families and socialization through mass media reinforce each other?

Why did the Communist regime's attempt to socialize schoolchildren fail in Poland?

What is one direct consequence of people demanding their "rights" in the absence of a corresponding sense of responsibility?

A country's political culture tends to be __________.

In any country in the world,which of the following people would you expect to participate the most in politics?