Question 1

In a society with leadership based on rational-legal authority,leaders derive their authority from

Accepted Answer

In a society with rational-legal authority, leaders derive their authority from the written rules and regulations of the political system. This type of authority is based on the belief in the legitimacy of formal rules and procedures, rather than personal characteristics or tradition. Therefore, choice C is the correct answer.

Question 2

Gandhi,Martin Luther King Jr. ,Adolf Hitler,and Joan of Arc were all leaders who used their respective power to press for changes in accepted social behavior.Their respective power came from what kind of authority?

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Charismatic authority is a type of authority that comes from the personal charisma and characteristics of a leader, such as their personality, style, and ability to inspire followers. Gandhi, Martin Luther King Jr., Adolf Hitler, and Joan of Arc were all known for their personal charisma and ability to inspire and motivate people to follow their cause. They were able to use their charismatic authority to gain support, mobilize people, and effect change in their respective societies.

Question 3

Traditional authority refers to

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Traditional authority is legitimate power that is derived from long-established customs and practices. It is based on the belief that things have always been done a certain way and therefore, should continue to be done in the same way. This type of authority is commonly seen in traditional societies and is often associated with religious and cultural institutions.

Question 4

After a dinner-table argument with his grown children,a man changes his position on the issue of immigrant refugees being granted asylum in the U.S.His children have exercised what kind of power?

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The children have exerted influence on their father's opinion, causing him to change his position on the issue. Force implies physical coercion, authority implies a position of power or control, and legitimacy implies adherence to established rules or laws.

Question 5

The perception that the orders of superiors are legitimate because "this is how things have always been done" is characteristic of a political system based on

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The phrase "this is how things have always been done" highlights the emphasis on tradition as a basis for authority. This type of authority, based on inherited customs and beliefs, is known as traditional authority.

Question 6

In pointing out that the growth of the electronic media has facilitated the development of charismatic authority,sociologist Carl Couch draws on the

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Question 7

In a society with leadership based on charismatic authority,leaders derive their authority from

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In a society with leadership based on charismatic authority, leaders derive their authority from their exceptional personal or emotional appeal. This means that they are able to convince their followers to support them based on their individual traits, rather than any formal rules or regulations. This type of authority tends to be more common in non-democratic systems of government, where leaders may have to rely on personal charisma and loyalty to maintain power.

Question 8

Which of the following would most likely be an example of authority?

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Question 9

Who among the following created a classification system of authority that distinguishes between traditional,rational-legal,and charismatic authority?

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Max Weber created a famous classification system of authority that identified three types of authority: traditional authority, rational-legal authority, and charismatic authority. This classification system remains influential in modern social and political analysis.

Question 10

The exercise of power through a process of persuasion is known as

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The exercise of power through persuasion is known as influence. Force implies the use of physical or coercive means to exercise power, pressure often implies external influences rather than persuasion, and charisma is a personal quality that may enhance persuasion but is not synonymous with it.

Question 11

What term do we use to refer to "who gets what,when,and how"?

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The term "who gets what, when and how" is commonly used to describe the basic nature of politics, which is concerned with the distribution of power and resources in society. Political systems, interest groups, and economic systems are all related to politics, but they do not specifically refer to the concept of "who gets what, when, and how."

Question 12

Which of the following terms refers to power that has been institutionalized and is recognized by the people over whom it is exercised?

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Authority is the term used to describe power that has been institutionalized and recognized by those over whom it is exercised. Influence refers to the ability to affect the opinions or behavior of others, but it may not be institutionalized or recognized as legitimate. Legitimacy is related to authority, but refers specifically to the perception or belief that the exercise of power is justified or rightful. Political efficacy is another concept related to power, but refers to the belief or perception that one's own actions or participation in politics can make a difference or have an impact.

Question 13

Max Weber defined force as

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Weber defined force as the actual or threatened use of coercion to impose one's will on others.

Question 14

________ authority is derived more from the beliefs of followers than from the actual qualities of leaders.

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Charismatic authority is derived from the personal charm and appeal of a leader, often based on their personality and style rather than their formal position or credentials. It is based more on the emotional appeal and inspiration provided by the leader than on rational or traditional factors.

Question 15

Which of the following is a social institution founded on a recognized set of procedures for implementing and achieving the goals of a group?

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A political system is a social institution that is founded on a recognized set of procedures for implementing and achieving the goals of a group. Political systems involve the allocation of power and resources, decision-making processes, and the enforcement of rules and regulations. While political action committees, interest groups, and elite groups participate in the political process, they are not social institutions unto themselves.

Question 16

Which form of government is led by a single member of a royal family?

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Monarchy is the form of government led by a single member of a royal family, such as a king, queen, or emperor. In this type of government, the ruler's power is inherited through their family line, and they typically hold significant authority over the governing decisions of their country or territory. Other forms of government, such as democracy, dictatorship, and oligarchy, do not involve a hereditary ruler from a royal family.

Question 17

In the United States,there is a presidential election every four years.After the election,nearly half the population readily accepts the leadership of the person for whom they did not vote.This is an example of

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This is an example of rational-legal authority because the acceptance of the leadership of the elected president is based on the legal and procedural framework of the election process, rather than on personal or emotional attachments to the leader or the traditional hierarchy.

Question 18

A particular sociology instructor decides what subject matter will be covered each time her class meets.The fact that the instructor can make these decisions and that the students must follow her lead is an example of

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The fact that the instructor can make decisions and the students must follow her lead is an example of power, which is the ability to get others to do what you want them to do, even if they do not want to do it. The instructor has power in this situation because she has the authority to decide what subject matter will be covered, and the students must comply.

Question 19

When leaders imprison or even execute political dissidents,they are applying

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Imprisoning or executing political dissidents is a clear use of force to suppress opposing opinions. Influence would involve persuasion or subtle means of swaying opinions, while authority would involve using one's legitimate power to enforce laws or regulations.

Question 20

Which term was used by Max Weber to refer to the ability to exercise one's will over others?

Accepted Answer

Max Weber used the term "power" to refer to the ability to exercise one's will over others. The other options are related concepts, but not the specific term used by Weber. Legitimacy refers to the perceived authority or rightfulness of a particular form of rule. Politics refers to the process of making decisions within a group or society. Influence refers to the ability to affect the behavior, emotions, opinions, or beliefs of others.

Quiz 48: Government, Power, and Authority