Etymology/Origin of Political Science
Politics is first started by ancient ___?
Greeks
It is a systematic study of government, politics, and political power.
Political Science
What is the main goal of Political Science?
A. To describe various political systems
B. To measure the success of governance and specific policies
C. To study growth, industrialization, and change
D. To find more effective political systems
C
Which ancient languages does the words "political" and "science" in Political Science come from?
Greek and Latin
What kind of discipline is Political Science?
Social Science
What does Political Science seek to describe?
A. The impact of economic systems on government policies
B. The function of various political systems
C. The role of technology in governance
D. The relationship between politics and culture
B
"political' came from Greek word ____ which means "city-state"
polis
What does Political Science study?
A. The causes and consequences of individual decisions
B. The causes and consequences of collective decisions and actions
C. The causes and consequences of natural disasters
D. The causes and consequences of technological advancements
B
Why does Political Science study the impact of growth and change on government forms and policies?
A. To identify more effective political systems
B. To understand the role of culture in governance
C. To measure the success of specific policies
D. To understand the relationship between politics and economics
A
"science' came from Latin word _____ which means "to know"
scire
Political Science deals with...?
A. The study of literature and art
B. The study of individual decisions and actions
C. The study of systems of governance and political behavior
D. The study of physical sciences
C
What are some factors used to measure the success of governance and specific policies?
A. Stability, justice, material wealth, peace, and public health
B. Wealth, power, social status, and cultural influence
C. Population size, demographic diversity, and natural resources
D. Educational attainment, technological advancement, and scientific progress
A