by jlegros
Political science is the study of governments, public policies, and political behavior. This quiz will test your knowledge on a variety of topics within the field, from political theories and ideologies to the structures and functions of different government systems. Sharpen your understanding of how political processes work and the impact they have on societies around the world. Good luck, and may your answers reflect a deep understanding of political science!
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Political Science Quiz Questions Overview
1. What is the primary function of the legislative branch of government?
To interpret laws
To enforce laws
To create laws
To judge laws
2. Which political ideology emphasizes individual freedom and limited government intervention?
Socialism
Liberalism
Communism
Libertarianism
3. Who is considered the ‘Father of Political Science’?
Plato
Aristotle
Socrates
Cicero
4. Which system of government is characterized by a single central authority?
Federalism
Confederalism
Unitarianism
Monarchism
5. What is the term for a political system where power is divided between a central government and smaller political units?
Federalism
Unitarianism
Oligarchy
Monarchy
6. Which document outlines the fundamental principles and framework of the United States government?
The Declaration of Independence
The Bill of Rights
The Federalist Papers
The Constitution
7. Which political theory advocates for the abolition of private property and the establishment of a classless society?
Capitalism
Socialism
Communism
Liberalism
8. What is the term for a government ruled by a small group of powerful individuals?
Democracy
Oligarchy
Monarchy
Theocracy
9. In which type of government does a single person hold absolute power?
Democracy
Oligarchy
Monarchy
Republic
10. Which political philosopher wrote ‘The Social Contract’?
John Locke
Thomas Hobbes
Jean-Jacques Rousseau
Montesquieu
11. What is the main purpose of a constitution?
To elect leaders
To establish laws
To set up the structure of government
To enforce laws
12. Which branch of government is responsible for interpreting laws?
Legislative
Executive
Judicial
Administrative
13. Which political system is characterized by the absence of government and absolute freedom of the individual?
Anarchy
Democracy
Oligarchy
Monarchy
14. Who wrote ‘The Prince,’ a political treatise on ruling and power?
Thomas Hobbes
John Locke
Niccolò Machiavelli
Plato
15. Which form of government is characterized by elected representatives making decisions on behalf of the people?
Direct democracy
Republic
Monarchy
Oligarchy
16. Which term describes the right to vote in political elections?
Autocracy
Franchise
Oligarchy
Theocracy
17. What is the primary role of the executive branch of government?
To create laws
To enforce laws
To interpret laws
To judge laws
18. Which political ideology advocates for social ownership of the means of production and distribution?
Capitalism
Socialism
Libertarianism
Conservatism
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