Polity Practice Quiz 14

Q1.What is considered the 'very spirit of democracy' according to the second, deeper reason for power sharing mentioned in the text?

A. Imposing the will of the majority. B. Centralization of power. C. Power sharing. D. Political instability.

Q2.What defines a legitimate government?

A. A government that imposes the will of the majority. B. A government where citizens acquire a stake in the system through participation. C. A government that centralizes all power. D. A government that avoids consulting its people.

Q3.What is the key distinction between 'prudential' and 'moral' reasons for power sharing, as explained in the text?

A. Prudential reasons focus on short-term gains, while moral reasons focus on long-term stability. B. Prudential reasons stress better outcomes, while moral reasons emphasize the act of power sharing as valuable. C. Prudential reasons are based on ethical considerations, while moral reasons are based on practical calculations. D. Prudential reasons apply to democracies, while moral reasons apply to all forms of government.

Q4.What is the definition of 'Prudential'?

A. Decisions based purely on moral considerations. B. Actions that always lead to conflict. C. Based on prudence, or on careful calculation of gains and losses. D. Emphasizing the inherent value of an act.

Q5.Which two major parties formed Germany's grand coalition government, as mentioned in the context of the 2005 elections?

A. Liberal Democratic Party and Green Party B. Christian Democratic Union and Social Democratic Party C. Socialist Party and Communist Party D. Nationalist Party and Regional Party

Q6.What was the primary reason for the formation of Germany's grand coalition government after the 2005 elections?

A. To promote a single-party rule. B. To implement a new economic policy. C. Because neither major party got a clear majority of seats on their own. D. To resolve historical rivalries between the parties.

Q7.According to the power-sharing agreement in Lebanon mentioned in the text, which community is designated for the post of President?

A. Maronite sect of Catholic Christians B. Sunni Muslim community C. Orthodox Christian sect D. Shi’a Muslims

Q8.As per the power-sharing rules established after the civil war in Lebanon, the Prime Minister must belong to which community?

A. Maronite sect of Catholic Christians B. Sunni Muslim community C. Orthodox Christian sect D. Shi’a Muslims

Q9.For which political post in Lebanon is the Shi’a Muslim community designated, according to the power-sharing rules mentioned?

A. President B. Prime Minister C. Deputy Prime Minister D. Speaker

Q10.What is Khalil's main objection to the present power-sharing system in Lebanon?

A. He believes it gives too much power to the President B. He thinks it prevents him from reaching the top political position C. He wants to unify with Syria D. He believes Christians should have more power

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Polity Practice Quiz 14