GED Social Studies

Question 1

Define the term Nationalism

Answer 1

Loyalty or devotion to a nation

Question 2

Define the term Patriotism

Answer 2

Love or devotion to one’s country.

Question 3

Define the term Communism

Answer 3

A system in which goods are owned in common and are available to all as needed.

Question 4

Define the term Imperialism

Answer 4

Policy by which a stronger nation extends economic, military and or political control over a weaker nation or region.

Question 5

Define the term Federalism

Answer 5

a system of government in which the same territory is controlled by two levels of government.

Question 6

Define the term Capitalism

Answer 6

capitalism, also called free market economy or free enterprise economy. an economic and political system in which property, business, and industry are controlled by private owners rather than by the state, with the purpose of making a profit:

Question 7

Define the term Veto

Answer 7

A constitutional right to REJECT a decision or proposal

Question 8

Define the term Bias

Answer 8

Siding with someone regardless of the facts given. Also someone who can be unfair to result in a favor of a person or group.

Question 9

Define the term Propaganda

Answer 9

A communication that is primary used to influence or persuade a audience to further a agenda. Also the spreading of ideas, information, or rumor for the purpose of helping or injuring an institution, a cause, or a person.

Question 10

Define the term Socialism

Answer 10

All citizens share equally in economics resources. A political and economic system where in properties and resources are owned in common or by the state