Question

1. To elite theorist the purpose of elections is to
a) Provide symbolic reassurance to the masses.
b) Provide needed information on current policy issues.
c) Help shape public policy
d) Provide a legitimate means for political participation

2. The belief that there are too many elections and elected official for individual voters to make much difference in policy is part of the
a) Democratic theory c) Hyperpluralist
b) Pluralist theory d) Elitist theory

Answer 1

First ask yourself, what is elitist theory?