Question 1

Which of the following statements about party families is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

Liberal parties typically advocate for free market policies, individual liberties, and limited government intervention, which contrasts with campaigning for higher taxes and more government spending. This approach is more characteristic of social democratic or socialist parties.

Question 2

A society with many different cross-cutting cleavages…

Accepted Answer

Cross-cutting cleavages in a society, where different social, ethnic, religious, or economic groups overlap in complex ways, tend to support the development of multiple political parties that can cater to the diverse interests. A proportional electoral system, which allocates seats based on the percentage of votes each party receives, further encourages the formation of a multiparty system by allowing smaller parties a better chance at representation.

Question 3

Which of the following party families did NOT originate in the class cleavage?

Accepted Answer

Christian Democrats originated primarily from religious cleavages in society, rather than class cleavages which gave rise to Social Democratic, Communist, and Socialist parties. These parties typically emerged from the division between the church and the state, focusing on Christian values and social teachings.

Question 4

Which of the following statements is correct?

Accepted Answer

The cultural dimension of politics indeed reflects non-economic values, including attitudes towards immigration, identities, and civil rights, distinguishing it from the economic dimension which focuses on issues like taxation, government spending, and wealth distribution.

Question 5

According to Inglehart, which development led to the rise of green and new left parties?

Accepted Answer

Inglehart's theory suggests that the rise of green and new left parties is attributed to a new generation of voters who prioritize post-materialist values such as environmental protection and civil rights, reflecting a shift in societal values as material needs are increasingly met.

Question 6

Which statements about political groups in the European Parliament is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

Political groups in the European Parliament are diverse and not all Eurosceptic and Anti-EU parties are organized into a single political group. These parties can be found across several different groups, reflecting a range of ideologies and positions on the EU.

Question 7

Which of the following statements best describes a cadre party?

Accepted Answer

A cadre party is typically organized around a small, elite group of individuals, often members of parliament, who use their personal wealth to fund and support the party's activities. This contrasts with mass parties, which seek broad electoral support and have a large, diverse membership base.

Question 8

Which of the following statements best describes a mass party?

Accepted Answer

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Quiz 8: Political Parties