SECTION A

Instruction: Complete ANY FOUR questions.

Question 1

A. Define the term political ideology.

B. Explain Platos idea of an ideal government giving the major reason he thought this was the best form of government.

C. How applicable is Platos idea to modern democratic societies?

Question 2

A. Engage in a discussion on the political systems of England and the United States of America. Highlight TWO (2) similarities and TWO (2) differences.

B. Which do you think is the better system? Use TWO (2) points to justify your answer.

Question 3

A. What is political socialisation?

B. Identify THREE (3) agents of political socialisation. Discuss how each has influenced the political culture of ONE (1) Caribbean state.

Question 4

A. Trace the development of political parties in Jamaica and highlight the advent of the two-party system.

B. Provide TWO (2) reasons that a third party has not been unable to survive in Jamaica.

Question 5

A. Why is the Jamaican government like the United Kingdoms?

B. Describe the structure of government in Jamaica outlining the role of each arm of government.

C. Highlight ONE (1) major difference between the two systems at A.

Question 6

To what extent can a change to an executive presidential system solve current weaknesses of Caribbean governments? With FOUR (4) points, make reference to Jamaica.