PS 321 Comparative Government Weeks 5-6

Please respond to the follow questions listed in Parts 1-6 below in 1-2 pages or bullet format.

Part I: Types of Government

Define in your own words:

• Democracy
• Authoritarian government
• Hybrid government

Question: What is one key difference between democracy and authoritarian rule?

Part 2: Country Comparison

Examine:

• United States
• China
• Russia

For each country, answer:

1. How do leaders gain power?
2. Can citizens criticize the government freely?
3. Are media and internet use free?
4. Why does this system stay in power?

Add One Country

Choose ONE country and identify its regime type.

Examples: Canada, Germany, South Korea, North Korea, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Hungary

Explain in 3–4 sentences why it fits that category.

Part 3: Why Do Governments Stay in Power?

List three factors that help a government remain stable.

Examples:

• strong economy
• military strength
• public support
• media control
• strong laws

Give one example from a country above.

Part 4: Culture and Corruption

Reading: Fisman & Miguel (Diplomatic Parking Tickets)Links to an external site.

Answer briefly:

1. What did the study reveal about rule-breaking and corruption?
2. Why did diplomats from some countries violate rules more than others?
3. What happened when enforcement increased?

Part 5: Apply the Idea

Choose ONE country and answer in one short paragraph:

• Is corruption tolerated or discouraged?
• Do laws and enforcement reduce corruption?
• How does corruption affect trust in government?

Part 6: Reflection

In 3–5 sentences:

Why are honesty and accountability important in government?