Unit 2 Williams

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What are the two main political parties in the United States?

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Democrats and Republicans

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Which political party would accept MORE government involvement in the lives of citizens?

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Democrats

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Which political party would accept LESS government involvement in the lives of citizens? Options: Democrats, Republicans

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Republicans

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Which political party would be more likely to support MORE taxes, more social welfare programs and public education?

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Democrats

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What is a platform?

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The GROUP of ISSUES that candidate campaigns on or that a party supports

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What is bias?

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Showing preference toward a particular viewpoint

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What is propaganda?

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Ideas used to influence peoples’ thinking or behavior

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Which of the following is an example of symbolism? Options: Using a picture of a flag to show patriotism, writing an editorial to influence peoples' opinions

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Using a picture of a flag to show patriotism

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Which political party would not usually favor increased taxes but does favor funding for the military?

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Republicans

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Which party would favor less taxes?

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Republican