The Idea That Governments Draw Legitimacy and Power from the Governed

question 24

Multiple Choice

The idea that governments draw legitimacy and power from the governed is referred to as which of the following?

• A) majority rule
• B) direct democracy
• C) capitalism
• D) popular consent

Demonstrate the ability to write effective openings and closings for negative messages.

Apply techniques for deemphasizing bad news within a message.

Understand the role of an apology and how to integrate it properly in negative messages.

Identify strategies for establishing common ground with the audience in negative messages.

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Definitions:

Disenfranchised Grief

A sense of mourning which is not acknowledged or supported by societal norms, often because the relationship, loss, or griever does not conform to social expectations.

Sick Role

A sociological concept that describes the social expectations of behavior and rights of an individual identified as ill.

Talcott Parsons

An influential American sociologist known for his work on the theory of social action, systems theory, and for his contributions to structural functionalism.

Bereavement Role

The social and emotional functions a person undertakes following the loss of a loved one, including mourning and adapting to changes.