Many state officials in semi-democratic nations are recruited ...

[madam-professor]

Many state officials in semi-democratic nations are recruited
 
  on the basis of ________________ rather than merit.
  a. partisan, or political party, affiliation
  b. religious affiliation
  c. personal connections
  d. loyalty to local warlords and religious groups

Question 2

High percentages of people living in semi-democratic nations
 
  are more likely to identify with ________________, as opposed to identifying with their nation.
  a. political parties
  b. their economic class
  c. extremist organizations
  d. ethnic or religious groups

[wshriver]

Answer to Question 1

Answer: c

Answer to Question 2

Answer: d