Political Science Quiz

Which subfield of political science focuses on the comparative analysis of domestic political systems across different countries?

• Public Administration

• International Relations

• Political Theory

• Comparative Politics

Which of the following is NOT considered a subfield of political science according to the passage?

• Geopolitics

• Political Behavior

• Law

• International Relations

Which theory in political science posits that nations act primarily out of self-interest?

• Constructivism

• Marxism

• Realism

• Liberalism

Which subfield of political science focuses on the management of public institutions, policies, and services?

• Comparative Politics

• Public Administration

• Political Theory

• International Relations

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a key aspect of political science in the passage?

• The study of political psychology

• The study of political economy

• The study of government structures

• The study of public policy

Which subfield of political science examines questions of justice, power, legitimacy, rights, representation, and democracy?

• Public Administration

• International Relations

• Comparative Politics

• Political Theory

Which of the following is NOT listed as a key subfield of political science in the passage?

• Political Philosophy

• Political Behavior

• Political Sociology

• Political Economy

Which theory in political science suggests that the actions of nations are primarily driven by their own self-interest?

• Realism

• Liberalism

• Marxism

• Constructivism

What does the rational choice approach suggest?

• Individuals always make decisions in the interest of society.

• Decisions should only be made based on group consensus.

• People make decisions based on their emotions and feelings.

• Individuals make decisions in their own best interest.

Which perspective emphasizes human interaction and meaning construction through shared norms and ideas?

• Public Policy Analysis

• Marxism

• Rational Choice

• Constructivism