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Conceptual analysis

Political socialization

  • Unit 3
  • 4 points
  • About 10 minutes

You define or describe a political concept, then explain or compare how it works in political systems, institutions, policies or behavior. There are no sources and no required country. On the exam: Question 1 of 4 in the free-response section (1 hour 30 minutes for all four, 50% of your score; this question is 11%).

The question

Answer parts A, B, C, and D. There are no sources for this question.

Suggested time: 10 minutes

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Part (a)

1 point

Define political socialization.

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Part (b)

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Describe one agent of political socialization.

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Part (c)

1 point

Explain how an authoritarian regime might use an agent of political socialization to maintain support.

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Part (d)

1 point

Explain why political socialization can lead to differences in political values between generations.

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