Political Parties — Unit test Answers

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The chart shows the 112th U.S. Congress (2011–2012).

be able to pursue their legislative agenda.

lack sufficient votes to pass a law.

be force to agree with a different agenda.

acquire additional power to pass a law.

How is the Democratic Party similar in beliefs to the Federalists?

Both strongly opposed slavery.

Both were formed because of a dispute.

Both supported a strong central government.

Both were organized on federal and state levels.

What is one way that parties promote their platforms?

They ask voters for monetary contributions to a campaign fund.

They purchase media advertisements to attack the character of opposing candidates.

They make sure that all eligible voters in an area can and will vote.

They encourage and participate in debates over differing ideologies.

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