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The main purpose of a political campaign is either to get an issue passed or
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a verdict overturned.B
an officeholder removed.C
a law revoked.D
a candidate elected.2
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The most influential and powerful members of a political party are most likely found
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in party precincts.B
at the state party level.C
among party volunteers.D
inside the national party.3
Why did the US Supreme Court rule against the state of Tennessee in Baker v. Carr?
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Tennessee had discriminated in favor of city voters over rural voters.B
Tennessee had not redistricted since 1901, keeping rural districts in power.C
Tennessee had refused to create districts that were the same shape.D
Tennessee had refused to take part in the national census.4
mostly
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moderate, conservative, or liberal.m
moderate, conservative, or Libertarian.m
moderate, progressive, or liberal.m
moderate, progressive, or Libertarian.5
Which interest group is an example of a public interest group?
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the Tobacco InstituteL
League of United Latin American Citizenst
the American Medical Associationt
the Motion Picture Association of America6
Which is a component of the modern Democratic Party’s platform?
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extending the role of government into industries that have been traditionally private, like healthcarer
reducing government oversight of economic practicesr
reducing the role of government in industries that have been traditionally private, like energy productione
expanding investment in national defense7
Which best describes why making political allies is a key strategy for lobbyists?
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It reduces competition between opposing lobbyists.B
It enables multiple issues to be addressed at once.C
It places more pressure on lawmakers to vote a certain way.D
It increases the number of supporting votes for pending legislation.8
A Democrat can vote in a Republican primary in states that
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hold open primaries.B
hold closed primaries.C
have indirect primaries.D
have party caucuses.9
How can a state’s gerrymandering impact government at the national level?
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A state can draw districts favoring votes for one party to the House of Representatives.B
A state can change district numbers to increase the number of representatives it has.C
A state can order people to move to another district to encourage the election of certain parties.D
A state can close or restrict voting for districts that do not align with its preferred policies.10
What do most progressives tend to believe?
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American embassies and military bases in foreign countries should be closed.B
Many government functions would be performed better by private businesses.C
Economic and political rights should be expanded for all American citizens.D
Most taxes paid by American citizens should be reduced drastically.11
the Presidentthe Senatethe House of Representatives
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the PresidentB
the SenateC
the House of Representatives12
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The same number of youth voted in 2008 as in 2012.B
Most young voters favor Republican candidates.C
Most young voters favor Democratic candidates.D
Young voters represent most of the electorate.13
most
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Federal regulation can protect the environment and citizens from corporate greed.T
The government needs to have a broad role within society.T
The nation requires a powerful military to provide a strong defense.T
The government should be limited in its activities.U
Unemployment benefits, Social Security, and food benefits have helped improve society.V
Voters are conservative-minded in tradition and values.14
Why has social media affected political campaigns?
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It is usually a quick and effective form of mass communication.B
It is always a free way for politicians to advertise.C
It is often not an effective way for citizens to criticize policy ideas.D
It is an effective way of communicating with the public without getting feedback.15
Look at the bar graph, which shows voter turnout in 2016 and 2020.
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All income groups vote at roughly the same percentage.B
Citizens with higher incomes are more likely to vote.C
People with mid-level income vote at the highest rates.D
Income level is not related with voter turnout.16
Which pair of statements best compares the rights and requirements of US citizens?
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Citizens have certain rights such as freedom of speech. Citizens also have certain requirements such as the need to obey laws.B
Citizens have certain rights such as freedom of speech. Citizens also have certain requirements such as the need to volunteer.C
Citizens have certain rights such as freedom of religion. Citizens also have certain requirements such as the need to clean up litter.D
Citizens have certain rights such as freedom of religion. Citizens also have certain requirements such as the need to testify in court.Did you find these answers helpful?
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