3-1.2 Party Organization Review

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Which of the following is an important role political parties play? Options: recruiting candidates, serving as watchdogs, getting out information, all of these

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all of these

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What role does the "majority party" play in government?

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It controls the government and sets policy.

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Which function of political parties involves rewarding party loyalty by giving supporters jobs, contracts, and appointments? Options: Operating the government, Recruiting candidates, Educating the public, Dispensing patronage

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Dispensing patronage

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In the United States, people can become a member of a political party by

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registering to vote

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Voting districts are called

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precincts

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This group of representatives from the 50 state committees run the political party

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national committee

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What is the main function of the state committee?

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To help elect the party's candidates for state office

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The most important level of a political party? Options: local, state, national, all levels are equally important

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local

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Which of the following is NOT a major role of a political party? Nominate candidates, Organize elected officials, Hold the other party accountable

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Lobby Congress

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The Republican party logo is a

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Elephant