
De Tocqueville's Views on Democracy

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was Alexis de Tocqueville's main concern about the spread of democracy?
The rise of aristocratic values
The tyranny of the majority
The increase in political freedoms
The decline of economic prosperity
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why did de Tocqueville travel to America in 1831?
To study the American educational system
To explore American cultural practices
To study the American penal system
To investigate American economic policies
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What did de Tocqueville believe was the most transformative idea of his era?
Equality
Economic prosperity
Liberty
Religious freedom
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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According to de Tocqueville, what was a potential threat to individual rights in a democracy?
The erosion of religious beliefs
The centralization of state power
The increase in social mobility
The decline of civic associations
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What did de Tocqueville see as a solution to the negative effects of individualism?
Increased government control
Stricter laws
Civic and political associations
Economic incentives
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How did de Tocqueville view the role of religion in democratic societies?
As a tool for political control
As a source of economic prosperity
As a counterweight to individualism
As a hindrance to progress
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is 'soft despotism' according to de Tocqueville?
A benevolent but controlling government
A form of government with strict laws
A system with frequent elections
A government with no central authority
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