Question

a dictator maintains obedience through control of information and fear. b. pals and relations. this activity is an intellectual exercise to help you think about how power, authority, legitimacy, and sovereignty are related. look back at the definitions in the reading to help you think about each relationship. complete the chart. could you have... how? power but not legitimacy? authority but not power? power but not authority? sovereignty but not power? legitimacy but not authority? icivics

Explanation:

1. Power but not legitimacy: A dictator might have power through force - controlling resources, military, etc. without the people's consent or legal - basis for rule. For example, a military coup leader seizes power but is not recognized by the international community or the population as a legitimate leader.
2. Authority but not power: A figurehead like a ceremonial monarch in a parliamentary democracy has symbolic authority but little real - world power to make and enforce policies. The actual power lies with the elected government.
3. Power but not authority: A criminal gang leader has power over their members through threats and control of illegal activities, but no legal or moral authority.
4. Sovereignty but not power: A small, newly - formed nation might be recognized as sovereign (having the right to self - determination and be free from external control) but lack the military, economic, or political power to enforce its will on the international stage.
5. Legitimacy but not authority: A group of citizens might have a legitimate claim to a cause, like a social movement for environmental protection, but lack formal authority to enforce laws or make official decisions.

Answer:

1. Could you have power but not legitimacy? How?

• Yes. Through forceful seizure of power like a military coup leader controlling resources without popular or legal consent.

1. Could you have authority but not power? How?

• Yes. Like a ceremonial monarch in a parliamentary democracy with symbolic authority only.

1. Could you have power but not authority? How?

• Yes. A criminal gang leader exercising power over members through illegal means.

1. Could you have sovereignty but not power? How?

• Yes. A newly - formed small nation recognized as sovereign but lacking the means to enforce its will.

1. Could you have legitimacy but not authority? How?

• Yes. A social movement with a legitimate cause but no formal decision - making or enforcement power.