Politics Test

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Which of the following statements about the Republican Party is most accurate? it is more likely to support increasing the power of the federal government, its members are said to be more conservative, its members are said to be more liberal, its members generally believe social programs should be run by the federal government

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its members are said to be more conservative

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Which political party's position is represented in the statement: "We, the workers and our allies, need to take power from the hands of the wealthy few, their corporations, and their political operatives."?

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Communist

Front

Which party's candidates are voters who support cutting government spending most likely to support?

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Republican

Front

Based on the table, what has been an impact of political parties on policy making?

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The number of Republicans nominated for governor increased.

Front

Which of the following statements about the Democratic Party is most accurate? it is more likely to reduce the power of the federal government, its members are said to be more conservative, its members are said to be more liberal, its members generally believe state and local government should run social programs

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its members are said to be more liberal

Front

Who do lobbyists represent in their attempts to influence government? Options: military officers, elected officials, interest groups, circuit judges

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interest groups

Front

Which example represents the media acting as a watchdog? Options: A journalist discovers that an office holder held a hearing., A journalist discovers that an office holder accepted a bribe., A journalist discovers that an office holder decided to retire., A journalist discovers that an office holder voted against a bill.

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A journalist discovers that an office holder accepted a bribe.

Front

What is a main purpose of public opinion polls?

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analyzing citizen support for a law

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How might a political action committee influence government?

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contribute money to a U.S. Senate campaign

Front

According to the table, what impact has media had on government?

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Government is less likely to respond to public concerns.