Question 1

According to Kingdon's model, public policy is more likely to reach the policy agenda following&#10;A) a focusing event.&#10;B) a budget crisis.&#10;C) an election.&#10;D) None of the above

Accepted Answer

According to Kingdon's model, public policy is more likely to reach the policy agenda following a focusing event. A focusing event is an event that draws the attention of policymakers and the public, highlighting a problem or issue that requires immediate attention. Examples of focusing events include natural disasters, scandals, and high-profile incidents. The public outcry and media attention generated by focusing events can create a sense of urgency and momentum behind policy proposals, increasing the likelihood that they will be added to the agenda.

Question 2

A policy window presents an opportunity to advance the&#10;A) problem stream.&#10;B) solution stream.&#10;C) policy stream.&#10;D) All of the above

Accepted Answer

A policy window presents an opportunity to advance all three streams - the problem stream, the solution stream, and the policy stream. It is a brief period of time when the three streams align and policymakers are receptive to new policy ideas. During this window of opportunity, advocates can push to bring attention to a problem, propose feasible solutions, and advocate for policy change. Therefore, all of the above options are the best choice.

Question 3

Teddy Roosevelt's &#34;bully pulpit&#34; approach to presidential leadership is&#10;A) an example of a literalist presidency.&#10;B) an example of the stewardship theory of the presidential leadership.&#10;C) inspired executive privilege.&#10;D) an example of the prerogative theory of presidential leadership.

Accepted Answer

The prerogative theory of presidential leadership holds that the president has inherent powers beyond those explicitly granted by the Constitution. Roosevelt's "bully pulpit" approach, in which he used his public platform to advocate for his policies, is an example of this theory.

Question 4

Constitutionalism&#10;A) usually involves narrowly tailored legal rulings regarding institutional power.&#10;B) views the Constitution through the limitations of statutory law.&#10;C) defers to state and local government policy.&#10;D) is a new perspective on the Constitution.

Accepted Answer

Constitutionalism involves interpreting and applying the Constitution through legal rulings that specifically limit institutional power, rather than viewing it through statutory law or deferring to state and local government policy. It is not a new perspective, but rather a long-standing approach to constitutional interpretation.

Question 5

Pressure group organizations devoted almost solely to policy research are known as&#10;A) political parties.&#10;B) research offices.&#10;C) think tanks.&#10;D) schools of public policy.

Accepted Answer

Organizations devoted solely to policy research are known as think tanks. They are not political parties or research offices, although they may have those elements within their organization. They are also not schools of public policy, although they may collaborate with or provide research for such institutions.

Question 6

According to Anthony Downs, bureaucracies tend to _____________ with age?&#10;A) become radical&#10;B) have a positive impact on organizational lifespans&#10;C) become belligerent&#10;D) become conservers

Accepted Answer

According to Anthony Downs, bureaucracies tend to become conservers with age. This means that they become more resistant to change and more focused on preserving their existing rules and procedures.

Question 7

According to Schneider and Ingram, bias creeps into agenda setting when __________ are biased.&#10;A) budget allocations&#10;B) media reports&#10;C) interest groups&#10;D) None of the above

Accepted Answer

Schneider and Ingram argue that bias in agenda setting can come from various sources, not limited to the options listed (A, B, C), implying that focusing solely on these elements overlooks the broader ways in which bias can influence agenda setting.

Question 8

Elections can impact agenda setting when realigning elections occur.

Accepted Answer

When realigning elections occur, there is a significant shift in the political landscape, and new issues may become more prominent. The winning party or candidate may have a different agenda than the previous administration, and this will impact the agenda setting process.

Question 9

Common Cause is an example of a&#10;A) public interest group.&#10;B) faith-based organization.&#10;C) labor union.&#10;D) All of the above

Accepted Answer

Common Cause is a public interest group, which means it is a non-profit organization that advocates for policies in the public interest, rather than the interest of a particular group or individual. It works to promote government accountability and transparency, protect voting rights, and limit the influence of money in politics. It is not a faith-based organization or a labor union, as it does not have a specific religious or labor-related focus.

Question 10

In policy agenda setting, successful interest groups possess&#10;A) money.&#10;B) organization.&#10;C) time.&#10;D) Both a and b

Accepted Answer

Successful interest groups in policy agenda setting have both money and organization. Money allows groups to fund lobbying efforts, advertising campaigns, and other forms of influence. Organization allows groups to mobilize members and supporters, coordinate lobbying efforts, and present a united front to policy makers. Time may also be a factor, but it is not as essential as having money and organization.

Deck 5: Agenda Setting