This quiz works best with JavaScript enabled. Home > Political Science > Process > Governance > Political Process – Quiz 32 🏠 Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books Political Process Quiz 32 (30 MCQs) Quiz Instructions Select an option to see the correct answer instantly. 1. This is our nation's oldest political party and they are often called liberals A) Libertarians. B) Democrats. C) Socialists. D) Republicans. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Democrats. 2. Which is a third party A) Republicans. B) Democrats. C) Green Party. D) George Washington. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Green Party. 3. American, Canadian, French, and Norwegian are all considered a ..... A) Language. B) Race. C) Nationality. D) Ethnicity. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Nationality. 4. In order to vote in Virginia, a citizen must meet all of the following requirements EXCEPT- A) Own land. B) 18 years old. C) Declare residence in Virginia. D) U.S. citizen. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Own land. 5. What are the two main types of political viewpoints? A) Liberal & Confidential. B) Libertarian & Conversationalist. C) Liberal & Conservative. D) Liberation & Convention. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Liberal & Conservative. 6. Based on the headline, decide whether its a Major Party candidate or a Third Party candidate. "The Virginian Headline" Political party tries to appeal to both liberal and conservative views. A) Third Party. B) Major Party. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Major Party. 7. Works to promote the views of its supporters by forcing compromise with the majority party. A) Popular Sovereignty. B) Majority Rule. C) Representative Democracy. D) Consent of the Governed. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Majority Rule. 8. Rising campaign costs have led to all of the folllowing EXCEPT ..... A) They require candidates to do extensive fundraising. B) They limit opportunities to run for public office. C) They give an advantage to the poor individuals that run for office. D) The encourage the development of super PACS. E) They give interest groups more influence in elections. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) They give an advantage to the poor individuals that run for office. 9. The number of electors in each state is based on ..... A) Registered voters in the state. B) The number of citizens. C) How many presidents have come from that state. D) Senators + representatives. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Senators + representatives. 10. Which did the Federalists believe was the best way to protect individual rights? A) Have a strong national government. B) Have strong state governments. C) Constitutional amendments. D) None of above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Have a strong national government. 11. Definition:a particular tendency, feeling, or opinion about something A) Bias. B) Debate. C) Campaign. D) Analyze. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Bias. 12. Organization of citizens who influence government by getting their candidate elected to office A) PAC. B) Political party. C) Lobbying Group. D) None of above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Political party. 13. A group of lobbyists who try to convince lawmakers to create certain types of laws A) Political Party. B) Political Action Committee. C) Interest Group. D) Committee. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Interest Group. 14. Parties that rarely win elections A) Electoral college. B) Two party system. C) Third parties. D) None of above. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Third parties. 15. Which of the following protects original works of authorship including literary, dramatic, musical, and artistic works, such as poetry, novels, movies, songs, computer software, and architecture. A) Service mark. B) Trademark. C) Patent. D) Copyright. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Copyright. 16. ..... is when you favor only ONE side of an issue or argument. A) Editorial. B) Bias. C) Propaganda. D) Third Party. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Bias. 17. The PRIMARY function of political parties at the state and national levels is to- A) Appeal to extreme groups. B) Present debates of issues. C) Help candidates win elections. D) Write speeches for candidates. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Help candidates win elections. 18. Both domestic and international acts of terror are defined as terrorism because both A) Have been outlawed by antiterrorist legislation. B) Can be traced to radical religious doctrines. C) Have the effect of intimidating a group of people through violence. D) Are organized through digital communication such as e-mail. E) Can be perpetrated by groups that believe in civil disobedience. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Have the effect of intimidating a group of people through violence. 19. What is a political campaign? A) A political campaign is a social media campaign to promote a candidate or political party. B) A political campaign is a coordinated effort to influence public opinion and gain support for a candidate or political party during an election. C) A political campaign is a series of debates between candidates or political parties. D) A political campaign is a fundraising event for a candidate or political party. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) A political campaign is a coordinated effort to influence public opinion and gain support for a candidate or political party during an election. 20. What is Symbolism? A) The use of visual images that might duplicate another thing to communicate thoughts or ideas. B) The use of visual images that might represent another thing to communicate thoughts or ideas. C) The use of mental images that might represent another thing to communicate thoughts or ideas. D) The use of visual images that might represent another thing to block thoughts or ideas. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) The use of visual images that might represent another thing to communicate thoughts or ideas. 21. A shortage or lack of supply A) Demand. B) Scarcity. C) Consume. D) Supply. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Scarcity. 22. Which of the following human rights provides us with freedom of speech, assembly and protest? A) Freedom to worship. B) Right to run for elected office. C) Freedom to express yourself. D) Right to a prompt, fair trial. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Freedom to express yourself. 23. In what state does the caucuses start? A) Indiana. B) Iowa. C) Illinois. D) Idaho. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Iowa. 24. What is an important reason American voters should be able to detect bias and identify propaganda? A) All information contained in campaign literature is inaccurate. B) The media plays an important role in the political process. C) Political campaigns would not be effective without bias or propaganda. D) Voters need to be able to make informed choices among candidates. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Voters need to be able to make informed choices among candidates. 25. Who choose the vice president if the Electoral College reaches a tie or there is no majority? A) The people vote again. B) House of Representatives. C) The Senate. D) The two candidates battle it out on the dance floor. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) The Senate. 26. Which international agreement divided Africa between the major European powers and established the boundaries of the continent (most of which still exist) without regard for the existing cultures? A) Congress of Vienna. B) Berlin Conference. C) Treaty of Versailles. D) African Union. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Berlin Conference. 27. What are the 3 influences on public opinion? A) 1-Family2-Friends3-Religion. B) 1-In-personOnline2-Phone interview3-Online. C) 1-Social Media2-Newspaper3-Schools. D) 1-Ideology2-Public Socialization3-Media. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) 1-Ideology2-Public Socialization3-Media. 28. An election in which party members choose candidates to run for office A) Political party. B) Nominate. C) Primary election. D) Interest group. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Primary election. 29. The Republican Party Favors A) Favor more government regulation of private business. B) Favor less government regulation of private business. C) Favor about the same government regulation of private business. D) None of the Above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Favor less government regulation of private business. 30. This political party typically espouses liberal views and argues that the government should be active in social ills of society. A) Populists. B) Republicans. C) Democrats. D) Libertarians. 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