Changes in Ideology - AP US Government and Politics

  1. What is the name for a moderate political ideology?
    Centrism. Balances left and right political positions.
  2. What is the ideology that emphasizes law and order?
    Conservatism. Strong enforcement and social order priorities.
  3. Identify the ideology that favors government intervention to solve social problems.
    Liberalism. Active government role in addressing social issues.
  4. Which ideology supports government intervention in the economy to achieve equality?
    Liberalism. Active government role to reduce inequality and provide services.
  5. Identify the ideology that emphasizes individual liberty and skepticism of authority.
    Libertarianism. Maximum personal freedom with minimal state interference.
  6. What is the term for a shift in political ideology over time?
    Realignment. Major shift in party coalitions and voter allegiances.
  7. Which ideology advocates for gradual political change?
    Progressivism. Step-by-step reform rather than revolution.
  8. Identify the ideology that emphasizes tradition and social stability.
    Conservatism. Preserves established institutions and gradual change.
  9. Identify the ideology that promotes individual responsibility and self-reliance.
    Conservatism. Personal accountability over government dependence.
  10. Identify the ideology focused on maintaining traditional gender roles.
    Social conservatism. Traditional family structures and moral values.
  11. Identify the ideology that supports the privatization of public services.
    Neoliberalism. Private sector delivery of government services.
  12. Which ideology emphasizes minimal government interference in economic affairs?
    Laissez-faire. Free market with minimal government economic involvement.
  13. What is political ideology?
    A set of beliefs about politics and government. Core framework guiding political beliefs and policy preferences.
  14. Which ideology believes in minimal government intervention in personal matters?
    Libertarianism. Government stays out of private lifestyle choices.
  15. Which ideology supports the welfare state and collective bargaining?
    Social democracy. Market economy with strong social safety net.
  16. Identify the ideological perspective that prioritizes national interests.
    Nationalism. Country's sovereignty and interests above international concerns.
  17. Identify the ideology that views government as a necessary evil.
    Libertarianism. Minimal state power protects individual liberty.
  18. Which ideology is characterized by a belief in progress and reform?
    Liberalism. Change and improvement through reform and innovation.
  19. Which ideology advocates for limited government and free markets?
    Conservatism. Traditional values with minimal economic regulation.
  20. Which ideology supports the idea of a free and competitive market economy?
    Capitalism. Private ownership and market competition system.
  21. Identify the ideology that emphasizes the preservation of cultural heritage.
    Cultural conservatism. Maintains traditional customs and cultural practices.
  22. Which ideology emphasizes equality and opposing class distinctions?
    Socialism. Collective ownership and economic equality priorities.

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