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Political Terms Part 2 Quiz

Political Terms Part 2 Quiz brings to mind one curious fact from early American politics. In 1854, Senator Charles Sumner delivered a speech so long and so fiery that it became part of political folklore. While not the longest in history, it reflected the idea that words can be as strategic as actions in governance. Political life is full of such moments where the vocabulary itself becomes part of the story. The quiz taps into this fascinating link between language and leadership, exploring terms that carry weight in debates, policies and negotiations. It is not just about memorising definitions but about understanding the concepts that have shaped decisions and influenced events across different eras and nations.

Political Terms Part 2

What is a political system where religious leaders govern the country?

Oligarchy

Pluralism

Theocracy

Autocracy

A law is passed not because it’s moral, but because it’s strategically beneficial. What is this approach called?

Populism

Idealism

Partisanship

Realpolitik

What is the system of government administration run by unelected officials called?

Bureaucracy

Democracy

Autocracy

Federalism

Citizens submit a petition to call for a public vote on a new policy. What is this most likely called?

Filibuster

Referendum

Mandate

Caucus

Which of the following is an example of negotiating peace between two countries without military involvement?

Sanction

Lobbying

Isolationism

Diplomacy

An employee reveals their government agency has been misusing funds. Politically, what is this person called?

Whistleblower

Lobbyist

Delegate

Bureaucrat

Which of these would be the opposite of nonpartisan?

Pluralistic

Bipartisan

Partisan

Populist

A country collapses into chaos after its central government is overthrown. What is this condition called?

Hegemony

Anarchy

Authoritarianism

Federalism

In the 1930s, the U.S. avoided joining European conflicts. What is this approach called?

Populism

Pluralism

Realpolitik

Isolationism

A senator speaks for 12 hours straight to block a vote. What is this an example of?

Filibuster

Caucus

Mandate

Plebiscite

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Sample Questions from This Quiz

What is a political system where religious leaders govern the country?
A law is passed not because it’s moral, but because it’s strategically beneficial. What is this approach called?
What is the system of government administration run by unelected officials called?
Citizens submit a petition to call for a public vote on a new policy. What is this most likely called?
An employee reveals their government agency has been misusing funds. Politically, what is this person called?

Try the full quiz and see how many of these you can answer!