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

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be able to pursue their legislative agenda.
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lack sufficient votes to pass a law.
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be force to agree with a different agenda.
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acquire additional power to pass a law.
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When the United States was founded, who could vote?

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all American citizens
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all white men and women
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only white male property owners
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only men
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A map showing party majorities for Party 1 and Party 2 in four districts, A, B, C, D. All of the districts are oddly shaped. Party 1 has majority in Districts A, B, C. Party 2 has majority in District D.

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Party 1
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Party 2
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neither party
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the federal government
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What is one way that parties promote their platforms?

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They ask voters for monetary contributions to a campaign fund.
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They purchase media advertisements to attack the character of opposing candidates.
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They make sure that all eligible voters in an area can and will vote.
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They encourage and participate in debates over differing ideologies.
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When campaign workers are canvassing neighborhoods, one of their goals is to

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identify voters who will support their candidate.
B
sell campaign buttons door to door.
C
determine the income level of a community.
D
find out which candidate voters have selected.
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The chart compares religious beliefs to US political party support.

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more highly religious people supported the Republican candidate, while more nonreligious people supported the Democratic candidate.
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more highly religious people supported the Democratic candidate, while more nonreligious people supported the Republican candidate.
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more moderately religious people supported the Republican candidate, while more nonreligious people supported the Democratic candidate.
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more moderately religious people supported the Democratic candidate, while more nonreligious people supported the Republican candidate.
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How has the Internet revolutionized political campaigns?

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It has drastically reduced the need for traditional forms of advertising.
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It has increased foreign participation in elections.
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It has increased competition between candidates.
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It has enabled immediate communication between candidates and supporters.
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The chart compares prospective voter support leading up to the 2012 presidential election.This chart demonstrates the influence of on political ideology.

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PACs enable individuals to donate unlimited amounts of money to campaigns.
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PACs ensure that the voice of each individual is heard by powerful sitting politicians.
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PACs facilitate access for individuals to speak to politicians one-on-one.
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PACs combine individuals’ donations into significant contributions.
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Which of these is an example of a way in which a young American might make a choice to be of national service without being required?

A
volunteering for the Peace Corps.
B
paying local, state, and federal taxes.
C
registering for the draft at a certain age.
D
responding to a summons to serve on juries.
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How is the Democratic Party similar in beliefs to the Federalists?

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Both strongly opposed slavery.
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Both were formed because of a dispute.
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Both supported a strong central government.
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Both were organized on federal and state levels.
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The media keep lawmakers informed of what is happening in government.
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The media inform the public, who can then give their opinions to policymakers.
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The media present opinions and ideas that inspire policymakers.
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The media make it easier for government officials to communicate with one another.
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Which of these is a negative impact of lobbying?

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It makes businesses too transparent.
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It favors groups over the individual.
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It enables outsiders to influence lawmakers.
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It offers advantages to those with money.
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What is a requirement of all citizens in the United States?

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Everyone must register with the Selective Service System.
B
Everyone must be available to serve on a jury in response to a summons.
C
Everyone must cast a vote in all municipal, state, and federal elections.
D
Everyone must volunteer for community service.
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US politics is dominated by which two political parties?

G
Green and Libertarian
D
Democratic and Republican
C
Constitution and Democratic
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Republican and Libertarian

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