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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Volume 2, Part 3: Chapter 1-13.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Materialism and _______ are part of the consequences of a perceived equality of conditions.
(a) Mediocrity.
(b) Perseverance.
(c) Intellectualism.
(d) Egoism.

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

3. What is one of the best safeguards against potential tyranny of the majority in America?
(a) The judicial system.
(b) The balance of power.
(c) The press.
(d) The media.

4. In de Tocqueville's observations, the patriotism of Americans is more akin to cupidity than to what?
(a) A sense of country.
(b) A sense of obligation.
(c) A sense of requirement.
(d) A sense of duty or pride.

5. In a monarchic regime, political positions and the bulk of the wealth are reserved for whom?
(a) The members of the aristocratic majority.
(b) The members of the monarchy.
(c) The members of the aristocratic minority.
(d) The members of the monarchy and their friends.

Short Answer Questions

1. Lawyers are connected to the aristocracy by their personal interest and what?

2. In de Tocqueville's analysis, sovereignty flows in what direction?

3. Who is considered a member of the aristocratic class in America?

4. Associations participate in doing what for the public?

5. According to de Tocqueville, equality can enable what?

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