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Introduction to Comparative Politics Political Challenges and Changing Agendas9th Edition by Mark Kesselman, Joel Krieger, William A. Joseph Chapter 1-15 Chapter 1 Multiple Choice 1. One thing highlighted in relation to the countries studied in this text is _____________, which are important historical moments when political actors make decisions that shape institutions and future outcomes. a. precipitating events b. critical junctures c. catastrophic moments d. crucial points e. critical crossroads ANSWER: b REFERENCES: 3 NOTES: Conceptual 2. 2014 can be considered a critical juncture because a. there was a spike in terrorist incidents targeting the United States. b. China supplanted the United States as the country with the highest Gross National Product. c. Russia annexed Crimea and threatened Ukrainian sovereignty. d. the United States held congressional elections. e. a number of European regional governments held referendums calling for independence. ANSWER: c REFERENCES: 3 NOTES: Applied 3. Which of the following statements about collective identities is INCORRECT? a. It refers to groups with which people identify. b. It can be based upon gender, race, class, nationality, or religion. c. It provides the building blocks upon which social and political action is based. d. It is nonexistent as a factor in homogenous societies like Britain, France, and Germany. e. It involves issues of inclusion, political recognition, representation, resource allocation, and the ability to shape public policies. ANSWER: d REFERENCES: 4 19 NOTES: Applied 4. Comparative politics as a type of methodology a. dates to the time of Aristotle. b. was developed only after the Enlightenment.