1. How does de Tocqueville characterize political parties?
(a) As necessary but evil.
(b) As unnecessary and evil.
(c) As necessary and good.
(d) As unnecessary and good.

2. The New World is considered to be what, geographically, to the rest of the world?
(a) To the East.
(b) Nearby.
(c) Isolated.
(d) To the West.

3. What does de Tocqueville observe that the principle of equality has created an extraordinary sense of in the American people?
(a) Rationality.
(b) Perfectability.
(c) Logic.
(d) Stability.

4. What kind of impact does the American press have on its people?
(a) Huge.
(b) Large.
(c) Small.
(d) Medium.

5. Religion and politics do what, in American life?
(a) Occupy their own space.
(b) Occupy similar space.
(c) Share similar characteristics.
(d) Influence each other.

Short Answer Questions

1. Religion and the constant drive for ___________ are the main barriers to the development of independent arts and science in the United States, according to de Tocqueville.

2. Because of the generally accepted principle of equality among Americans, according to de Tocqueville they are less likely to accept what?

3. According to de Tocqueville, in Europe men obey what?

4. What is one of the best safeguards against potential tyranny of the majority in America?

5. Democratic regimes will value general well-being over what?

(see the answer key)

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