Practice Test

Question 1

In addition to a primary, political parties can nominate candidates for general election through a

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C: caucus or a convention.

Question 2

How has the Internet revolutionized political campaigns?

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B: It has enabled immediate communication between candidates and supporters.

Question 3

When the United States was founded, who could vote?

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A: only white male property owners

Question 4

What is one way that parties promote their platforms?

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D: They encourage and participate in debates over differing ideologies.

Question 5

Which statement best describes how the media influence policy development?

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A: The media inform the public, who can then give their opinions to policymakers.

Question 6

Which best describes how political action committees (PACs) enhance the power of individuals?

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B: PACs combine individuals’ donations into significant contributions.

Question 7

Which word best describes a voter at the political center?

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A: moderate

Question 8

The US Constitution defines citizenship in the

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C: Fourteenth Amendment.

Question 9

The main purpose of a political campaign is either to get an issue passed or

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A: a candidate elected.

Question 10

A person is born a US citizen if he or she has parents who

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B: currently reside outside the United States but are American citizens.

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