This quiz works best with JavaScript enabled. Home > Political Science > Behavior > Voting > Political Behavior – Quiz 9 🏠 Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books Political Behavior Quiz 9 (30 MCQs) Quiz Instructions Select an option to see the correct answer instantly. 1. A person who has the right to vote in the electoral college A) Liberal. B) Bias. C) Partisan. D) Elector. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Elector. 2. How do most states choose their nominees for president? A) Primary. B) State Constitutional Congress. C) State Electoral College. D) Caucus. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Primary. 3. What are the main political ideologies? A) Liberalism, conservatism, socialism, communism, fascism, and anarchism. B) Environmentalism, feminism, nationalism, populism. C) Capitalism, democracy, monarchy, dictatorship. D) Authoritarianism, theocracy, technocracy, meritocracy. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Liberalism, conservatism, socialism, communism, fascism, and anarchism. 4. In a ....., only declared party members may vote. A) Blanket primary. B) Open primary. C) Runoff primary. D) Closed primary. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Closed primary. 5. Types of Third Parties A) Right, Wrong, Left, Right. B) Ideological, Single Issue, Economic Protest, Splinter. C) Freedom, Unreasonable, Closed. D) Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Catholic. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Ideological, Single Issue, Economic Protest, Splinter. 6. "Taxes are too high! The government should be smaller and taxes should be lower!" A) Liberal. B) Conservative. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Conservative. 7. The Primary Election elects: A) The general election candidates. B) The president. C) The mayor. D) The governor. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) The general election candidates. 8. Uses vague words and phrases A) Testimonial. B) Stereotyping. C) Appeal to fear. D) Glittering generalities. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Glittering generalities. 9. Which government philosophy does our US government use? A) Evolutionary. B) Social contract. C) Divine right. D) Force. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Social contract. 10. The political arm of an interest group that is legally entitled to raise money in order to contribute funds to candidates or political parties. A) Independent expenditures. B) 527 Groups. C) PACs. D) Super PACs. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) PACs. 11. The Democratic Party is about to pursue an important health care package that they wish to bring in front of the House of Representatives. The Democratic leadership in the House calls for a social gathering to discuss why all party members should vote for this bill. Which function of a political party is being described? A) Governing. B) Bonding Agent. C) Informing & Activating. D) Watchdog. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Bonding Agent. 12. The general election candidates elects: A) The Primary candidates. B) The presidential candidates. C) The president. D) The governor. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) The presidential candidates. 13. What is the role of political parties in American politics and policy? A) To provide policy information. B) To organize government and represent the public's preferences. C) To select policymakers and influence policy decisions. D) To maintain order and collect taxes. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) To select policymakers and influence policy decisions. 14. Which state has the first primary during the general election year? A) Iowa. B) New Hampshire. C) Rhode Island. D) Nebraska. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) New Hampshire. 15. Which of these means of nominating a candidate involves a long meeting in which members representing candidates may try to persuade voters to vote for their candidate? A) Self-announcement. B) Caucus. C) Primary. D) Petition. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Caucus. 16. The ..... amendment to the Constitution gave women the right to vote in the year 1920 A) 1st. B) 19th. C) 14th. D) None of above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) 19th. 17. Indiana Voting Requirements:Be 18 by general election, have a valid state ID, not currently serving prison sentence, and ..... A) Live in precinct 30 days before election. B) Have a high school diploma. C) Live in the state for 6 months before the election. D) Register by 10 days before election day. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Live in precinct 30 days before election. 18. Why are political parties essential to democratic government? A) Candidates are unable to run for office if they do not belong to a political party. B) Political parties provide a link between representatives in public office and their constituents. C) Political parties are the only way to influence government and enact change. D) Government officials only work to bring about reforms that appeal to the biggest political parties. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Political parties provide a link between representatives in public office and their constituents. 19. Using negative words and bad names to create fear and dislike for people, ideas, or institutions A) Bandwagon. B) Glittering Generalities. C) Testimonial. D) Name Calling. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Name Calling. 20. Which of these is mentioned in the Constitution? A) Political Parties. B) Interest Groups. C) PACs. D) The Electoral College. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) The Electoral College. 21. Type of primary where only registered voters are allowed to participate. A) Blanket primary. B) Closed primary. C) Open primary. D) Registered primary. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Closed primary. 22. An election in which voters choose among candidates from different parties to fill an elective office A) General election. B) Primary election. C) Caucus. D) Winner-take-all. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) General election. 23. The first election in the process is ..... A) General election. B) Primary election. C) First election. D) First vote. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Primary election. 24. Which is true about Super PACs? A) Are not regulated by the FEC. B) Are allowed to coordinate with candidates. C) Cannot use express advocacy ads. D) Can receive unlimited donations and spend as much as they want. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Are not regulated by the FEC. 25. Which is one of the universal requirements for voting in the United States? A) Political party membership. B) Higher education. C) Literacy. D) Legal residency. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Legal residency. 26. What type of election allows a voter to decide which party ballot they want when they walk into the polls so anyone can vote including independents A) Open primary. B) Closed primary. C) Blanket primary. D) General election. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Open primary. 27. Declare that one will no longer engage in or support A) Delegate. B) Bias. C) Renounce. D) Spin. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Renounce. 28. A function of a political party is ..... A) Making sure all eligible voters are registered. B) Working with other political parties to ensure fair campaigns. C) Helping to get information to the public concerning important issues. D) Safeguarding first amendment rights. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Helping to get information to the public concerning important issues. 29. Which person probably has the most political efficacy? A) A person who never votes. B) A person who votes early. C) A person who votes early and donates money to candidates. D) A person who votes on election day if it isn't raining. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) A person who votes early and donates money to candidates. 30. Supports military spending. A) R. B) D. 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