Question 1

Intergenerational connectedness, community networks, and political and social trust are the basis of&#10;A) regime values.&#10;B) social capital.&#10;C) generational cohorts.&#10;D) political parties.

Accepted Answer

The concepts of intergenerational connectedness, community networks, and political and social trust are all components of social capital, which refers to the networks, norms, and trust that exist within a community and enable cooperation and coordination. Therefore, the correct answer is B. Regime values and political parties are not directly related to these concepts, and while generational cohorts may be linked to intergenerational connectedness, they are not as inclusive of the other concepts mentioned as social capital.

Question 2

According to Huntington, American core social and political values&#10;A) don't actually exist.&#10;B) are the basis of the &#34;American Creed.&#34;&#10;C) are inherently conservative.&#10;D) are unchangeable.

Accepted Answer

According to Huntington, American core social and political values are the basis of the "American Creed." He argues that these values include individualism, democracy, equal opportunity, and a strong work ethic, among others. These values provide a common identity for Americans and are an important factor in the country's success.

Question 3

Wealthier people place more value on pro-social values than do other individuals.

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that individuals with higher levels of wealth tend to prioritize values such as empathy, kindness, and generosity more than those with lower levels of wealth. This may be due in part to the fact that wealthier individuals have more resources available to them and may feel less threatened by others, which can facilitate pro-social behavior. However, it is also important to note that there is significant variation between individuals within any given socioeconomic group, and not all wealthy individuals prioritize pro-social values in the same way.

Question 4

Which of the following subcultures are likely to embrace communal solutions to problems?&#10;A) Individualistic&#10;B) Traditionalistic&#10;C) Moralistic&#10;D) Anarchistic

Accepted Answer

Moralistic subcultures often emphasize the common good and collective action, which includes communal solutions to societal problems.

Question 5

Individuals who value political and social equality more than economic freedom tend to be&#10;A) individualistic.&#10;B) baby boomers.&#10;C) post-materialists.&#10;D) Silent Generation.

Accepted Answer

Post-materialists are individuals who prioritize issues such as social and political equality, environmentalism, and human rights over material and economic concerns. They tend to value personal autonomy and freedom of expression, and often reject traditional societal norms and values. Therefore, individuals who value political and social equality more than economic freedom are more likely to identify as post-materialists.

Question 6

A person born in 1943 is part of which generational cohort?&#10;A) WWII generation&#10;B) Silent Generation&#10;C) Generation X&#10;D) Baby boomer generation

Accepted Answer

Individuals born in 1943 are part of the Silent Generation, which includes those born from the mid-1920s to the early-to-mid-1940s, before the Baby Boomers.

Question 7

Generally, post-materialists' view corporatism as&#10;A) good.&#10;B) very good.&#10;C) detrimental.&#10;D) None of the above

Accepted Answer

Post-materialists typically prioritize issues such as environmentalism, human rights, and social justice over economic growth and material possessions. Corporatism, which emphasizes the domination of economic elites in society and the political system, is seen as a threat to these values and therefore as detrimental.

Question 8

Which generation below is the most supportive of increased government spending for communal problems?&#10;A) Generation Y&#10;B) Generation X&#10;C) Baby boomer generation&#10;D) WWII generation

Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that Generation Y, also known as Millennials, are more supportive of increased government spending for communal problems such as education, healthcare, and social welfare programs. This is likely due to their generally progressive and community-oriented values.

Question 9

Generally speaking, the WWII generation is&#10;A) more politically liberal than Generation Y.&#10;B) less likely to attend church than Generation X.&#10;C) more likely to support aid for the poor than following generations.&#10;D) less likely to support increases for public schools.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Generally speaking, the WWII generation is&#10;A) more...

Deck 3: Values and Public Policy