Ce.5a Functions of Political Parties

Ce.5a Functions of Political Parties

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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When Democrat Hillary Clinton was chosen to run for President over Democrat Bernie Sanders, this was an example of what party function?

Back

Recruiting and Nominating Candidates

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What Function is the party serving when they throw campaign rallies and raise money for their candidates?

Back

Helping Candidates win Elections

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Political parties have all of the following functions EXCEPT? Recruit and nominate candidates for office. Monitor the actions of officeholders. Educate the voters about campaign issues. Determine the number of electors each state will receive.

Back

Determine the number of electors each state will receive.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

The United States has a _________ party political system.

Back

Two

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which of the following is not a function of a political party? Options: serving as watchdog, nominating candidates, informing supporters, deactivating supporters

Back

deactivating supporters

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

All of the following are functions of political parties EXCEPT- recruiting and nominating candidates, educate the electorate about campaign issues, nominate Supreme Court justices, monitor actions of office holders

Back

nominate Supreme Court justices

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Political parties play a key role in the government, and in helping their candidate win. They also:

Back

educate the electorate

8.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is one of the main purposes of political parties?

Back

To nominate candidates for office