GOVT 2302
Fall 2002
Lucas Welch
Name:______________________
ID: 0023737
Make-Up Exam #1
ESSAY QUESTIONS. Answer the following question in a thorough essay. Organize your essay
around a thesis statement. Include an introduction, separate paragraphs developing your
supporting arguments, and a conclusion. A complete answer is one that addresses all parts of
the question. Write complete sentences and pay attention to spelling, grammar, and word
choice. Do NOT assume that “the instructor will know what you mean.” Write LEGIBLY!!
1. Discuss the two dimensions of public policy debate: mainstream and radical. How do we
distinguish between mainstream and radical viewpoints? Using either Lowi’s
classification scheme or the scheme introduced in class discussions, discuss the
mainstream and radical perspectives on each policy class, illustrating with appropriate
examples.
SHORT ANSWER QUESTIONS. Answer the following questions in a paragraph (a separate
paragraph for each question). Do NOT answer specific parts as separate items. Integrate
your responses into a well-organized, well-constructed paragraph. A complete answer is one
that addresses all parts of the question. Write complete sentences and pay attention to
spelling, grammar, and word choice. Do NOT assume that “the instructor will know what you
mean.” Write LEGIBLY!!
1. Identify and briefly discuss two criticisms regarding the perceived inefficiency and
ineffectiveness of government in the United States.
2. Outline and discuss public policy’s five defining characteristics.
IDENTIFICATION ITEMS. Define and identify the importance of the following items in a
sentence or two for each. These items can generally be answered in two or three sentences.
Students should go beyond simple definitions of the terms or concepts to say why each is
important. Write LEGIBLY!!
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policy statement
implementing actions
statute
executive order
mainstream
radical left
radical right
parliamentary model
impeachment
vote of confidence (vote of no confidence)
coalition government
regulatory policy
resource allocative policy
resource extractive policy
“new politics”