Which of the following is the best definition of political science?

1. Q1.1. Which of the following is the best definition of political science?

• A) The study of art and culture
• B) The study of power, government, and political processes
• C) The study of markets and trade
• D) The study of natural sciences
• E) The study of family life

2.

Correct: B

3. Q1.2. Sociology as a discipline emerged in the 19th century primarily to:

• A) Explain natural disasters
• B) Analyze industrialization and social change
• C) Study ancient civilizations
• D) Promote nationalism
• E) Replace philosophy

4.

Correct: B

5. Q1.3. Who is considered the “father of sociology”?

• A) John Locke
• B) Karl Marx
• C) Auguste Comte
• D) Max Weber
• E) Émile Durkheim

6.

Correct: C

7. Q1.4. Which approach emphasizes understanding society through the meanings people attach to actions?

• A) Functionalism
• B) Symbolic interactionism
• C) Conflict theory
• D) Evolutionary theory
• E) Rational choice theory

8.

Correct: B

9. Q1.5. Political science is most closely linked with which of the following questions?

• A) How are natural resources distributed?
• B) How are social norms created?
• C) How is power acquired, used, and legitimized?
• D) How are families formed?
• E) How are languages learned?

10.

Correct: C