Question 1

What part of Mexico is home to the highest levels of poverty and, not coincidentally, also the origins of the Zapatista rebellion?

Accepted Answer

A)   northern border with U.S.
B)   coastal west
C)   interior north
D)   interior southE) All of the above
F) A) and D) D

Question 2

Mexican political culture is well integrated, despite comprising very different strands.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Despite economic growth, Mexican Indians still face obstructions to social mobility, as is indicated by their higher rates of infant mortality, malnutrition, poverty, and unemployment.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

The PRI has successfully kept pro-business and socialist factions united under the same party umbrella.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 5

Would you characterize Mexico as a failed state? Explain and provide examples. If it is a failed state, is there any hope for improvement? If it is not a failed state, is there a chance that it would become one in the near future, and if so, why?

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Mexico is not considered a failed state,...

Question 6

When Mexico was a dominant-party system, which party dominated?

Accepted Answer

A)   PRI
B)   PAN
C)   Citizen Party
D)   PRDE) B) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 7

The Mexican upper legislative house is called the __________ and the lower house is the __________.

Accepted Answer

A)   Senate; Chamber of Deputies
B)   House; Congress
C)   Senate; House
D)   Federal Assembly; DumaE) A) and C)
F) C) and D)

Question 8

Is Mexico a democracy? When did it become a democracy? Explore the various elements of a democracy and then discuss how, and when, Mexico does or does not meet these standards.

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Yes, Mexico is considered a democracy. It officially became a democracy in 2000 when the Institutional Revolutionary Party (PRI) lost the presidency for the first time in 71 years, leading to the election of Vicente Fox from the National Action Party (PAN).

Various elements of a democracy include free and fair elections, the protection of individual rights and freedoms, the rule of law, a separation of powers, and a system of checks and balances.

In terms of free and fair elections, Mexico has made significant progress since the 2000 election, with subsequent elections being generally considered to be transparent and competitive. The protection of individual rights and freedoms has also improved, although issues such as corruption, violence, and human rights abuses still pose challenges.

The rule of law is a crucial element of democracy, and Mexico has struggled with this due to high levels of corruption and impunity within its institutions. The separation of powers and checks and balances are also areas where Mexico has faced challenges, particularly with the concentration of power within the executive branch and the influence of organized crime on political institutions.

Overall, while Mexico has made strides towards meeting the standards of a democracy, there are still significant areas where it falls short. Corruption, violence, and the influence of criminal organizations continue to undermine the country's democratic institutions. However, the fact that Mexico has experienced peaceful transfers of power through elections and has made efforts to strengthen its democratic institutions demonstrates its commitment to democracy, despite the ongoing challenges it faces.

Question 9

The Incan Empire has had a lasting influence on Mexican government and society.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

The nonrenewable, six-year presidential term limit failed to truly limit the power of the president until 2000 when the PRI lost its first election.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Which of the following more accurately describes Pemex?

Accepted Answer

A)   stagnant and corrupt
B)   efficient and streamlined
C)   popular and efficient
D)   bankrupt and dynamicE) A) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 12

If you were a political leader and you kept allegiances by ensuring that important groups receive favors such as development projects and subsidies, you would be engaging in __________.

Accepted Answer

A)   favoritism
B)   bilateral opposition
C)   co-optation
D)   clientelismE) C) and D)
F) A) and D)

Question 13

Compared with most of Latin America, Mexico is a model of growth and prosperity.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Which of the following is a problem that Mexicans "quarrel" about?

Accepted Answer

A)   population growth
B)   membership in the European Union
C)   access to public education
D)   economic policies that create jobsE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 15

How did the PRI manage to dominate Mexican politics for so long? What led to their ultimate defeat? Address both the characteristics of the PRI as well as the other two competitive parties in your answer.

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Question 16

What is the most powerful institution in Mexican politics? Discuss the relative power of all institutions and justify why this one has the most power. Has this power grown or eroded over time? Explain and provide examples.

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Question 17

Mexican politics is pulled between two factions, the __________ and the __________. The first pay attention to mass needs and demands, and the second are only concerned with fixing economic instability through policy.

Accepted Answer

A)   party leaders; businessmen
B)   políticos; técnicos
C)   conservatives; neoliberals
D)   technicians; populistsE) A) and C)
F) B) and C)

Question 18

After PRI lost its dominance, Mexico became a(n)  __________ system.

Accepted Answer

A)   one-party
B)   two-party
C)   three-party
D)   nonpartisanE) B) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 19

What serves as the best form of foreign aid for Mexico, as it bypasses corrupt political and business officials and goes directly to support Mexican families?

Accepted Answer

A)   remittances
B)   foreign direct investment
C)   U.S. foreign aid
D)   World Bank structural adjustment loansE) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Question 20

Which nineteenth-century Mexican leader set high standards for honesty, creating a nice break from the past and a positive influence for the future?

Accepted Answer

A)   Hidalgo
B)   Morelos
C)   Calles
D)   JuárezE) All of the above
F) C) and D)

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Mexican political culture is well integrated, despite comprising very different strands.

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Despite economic growth, Mexican Indians still face obstructions to social mobility, as is indicated by their higher rates of infant mortality, malnutrition, poverty, and unemployment.

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The PRI has successfully kept pro-business and socialist factions united under the same party umbrella.

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Would you characterize Mexico as a failed state? Explain and provide examples. If it is a failed state, is there any hope for improvement? If it is not a failed state, is there a chance that it would become one in the near future, and if so, why?

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The Mexican upper legislative house is called the and the lower house is the .

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Is Mexico a democracy? When did it become a democracy? Explore the various elements of a democracy and then discuss how, and when, Mexico does or does not meet these standards.

The Incan Empire has had a lasting influence on Mexican government and society.

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The nonrenewable, six-year presidential term limit failed to truly limit the power of the president until 2000 when the PRI lost its first election.

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Which of the following more accurately describes Pemex?

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If you were a political leader and you kept allegiances by ensuring that important groups receive favors such as development projects and subsidies, you would be engaging in __________.

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Compared with most of Latin America, Mexico is a model of growth and prosperity.

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Which of the following is a problem that Mexicans "quarrel" about?

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How did the PRI manage to dominate Mexican politics for so long? What led to their ultimate defeat? Address both the characteristics of the PRI as well as the other two competitive parties in your answer.

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The nonrenewable, six-year presidential term limit failed to truly limit the power of the president until 2000 when the PRI lost its first election.

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