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Political Science 1001 Fundamental Issues of Politics 1’ \ October 30, 2023 QUIZ #27 — Levitsky & Way, “The New Competitive Authoritarianism” Indicate the best answer on Moodle. 1. How do Levitsky & Way define “competitive authoritarianism”? a. as Aristotle’s mixed regime b. as dictatorship that pretends to be democratic but thoroughly dominates society c. as a form that became widespread in the immediate aftermath of the end of the Cold War d. as a hybrid regime with elections that are competitive but unfair 2. Why do Levitsky & Way remain optimistic that competitive regimes will not become fully authoritarian? a. many states are too weak to repress popular demand for elections b. no legitimate alternative model has been widely accepted, only opportunism C. competitive electoral regimes remain highly robust and resilient d. ALL of the above 3. What do Levitsky & Way see as opposing democracy and promoting competitive authoritarianism in the present day? a. the precedent set by worldwide lockdowns due to the recent coronavirus pandemic b. skillful leadership of nationalist or religious parties to undermine press freedom, independent courts, and fair elections c. a coming economic crisis that promises widespread upheaval around the world d. ALLoftheabove