SSCG 15: Elections

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What role do interest groups play according to elections?

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They participate in campaign funding and spending.

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What is the primary function of a political party?

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To control government through elections and holding public office

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What does a two-party system imply in a political context?

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That two political parties dominate the politics

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Which political party is known as the GOP or Grand Old Party?

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Republican

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Which political party tends to support more liberal policy issues?

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Democratic

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What stance do Republicans generally take on issues?

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Conservative

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Who among the following was a proponent of a stronger national government and a more liberal interpretation of the Constitution? Thomas Jefferson, George Washington, Alexander Hamilton, John Adams

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Alexander Hamilton

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Which branch of government did Thomas Jefferson argue should hold the most power?

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Legislative

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What does partisanship refer to in a political context?

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Strong support of a party

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How are many public officeholders chosen?

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Based on what political party they are aligned with