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The first step in determining a source is to

A
uncover objective ideas.
B
examine motive.
C
determine bias.
D
identify the subject.
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Based on this map, what conclusion can someone draw about who was most likely in charge of the redistricting?

A
the federal government
B
Party 1
C
Party 2
D
neither party
3

Which best describes the purpose of this poster?

A
to provide detailed evidence about the dangers of contracting the flu
B
to inform parents that their children need to be vaccinated against the flu
C
to encourage men to get the flu vaccine to protect babies
D
to encourage people to get vaccinated to protect the more vulnerable
4

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

A
PACs combine individuals’ donations into significant contributions.
B
PACs enable individuals to donate unlimited amounts of money to campaigns.
C
PACs ensure that the voice of each individual is heard by powerful sitting politicians.
D
PACs facilitate access for individuals to speak to politicians one-on-one.
5

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

A
caucus or a convention.
B
signature drive or a public rally.
C
referendum or a ballot initiative.
D
petition or a vote of party leaders.
6

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

A
once legally lived and worked in the United States as immigrants.
B
currently reside outside the United States but are American citizens.
C
want to move to the United States and become naturalized citizens.
D
are not from the United States but work for a US company abroad.
7

Which amendment to the Constitution gives people the right to petition the government for a redress of grievances?

A
First Amendment
B
Fourteenth Amendment
C
Second Amendment
D
Fifth Amendment
8

Which word best describes a voter at the political center?

A
moderate
B
progressive
C
conservative
D
liberal
9

What is one way that parties promote their platforms?

A
They purchase media advertisements to attack the character of opposing candidates.
B
They make sure that all eligible voters in an area can and will vote.
C
They ask voters for monetary contributions to a campaign fund.
D
They encourage and participate in debates over differing ideologies.
10

When the United States was founded, who could vote?

A
only white male property owners
B
all white men and women
C
all American citizens
D
only men
11

Which statement best describes how the media influence policy development?

A
The media make it easier for government officials to communicate with one another.
B
The media present opinions and ideas that inspire policymakers.
C
The media inform the public, who can then give their opinions to policymakers.
D
The media keep lawmakers informed of what is happening in government.
12

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

A
a law revoked.
B
a verdict overturned.
C
a candidate elected.
D
an officeholder removed.
13

How has the Internet revolutionized political campaigns?

A
It has drastically reduced the need for traditional forms of advertising.
B
It has increased foreign participation in elections.
C
It has increased competition between candidates.
D
It has enabled immediate communication between candidates and supporters.
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The US Constitution defines citizenship in the

A
Fifteenth Amendment.
B
Thirteenth Amendment.
C
Sixteenth Amendment.
D
Fourteenth Amendment.

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