U.S. Political System Flashcards

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Which of these allows the Federal Government to oversee elections in states where discrimination was taking place?

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Voting Rights Act of 1965

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Which of these gave all citizens who are at least 18 years old the right to vote?

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26th Amendment

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Which amendment allowed all men the right to vote in elections?

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15th

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A citizen of the United States, a resident of Virginia and precinct, and at least 18 years old by the day of the general election describe the qualifications to ____.

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register to vote in Virginia.

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Which statement represents the best choice for the author's point of view in this political cartoon about the two-party system in the United States?

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The two-party system is bad for the U.S.

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If you were running for office and needed a campaign commercial, which organization might help you pay for it?

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PAC (Political Action Committee)

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Which action is an example of how an interest group engages in lobbying?

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A health group asks legislators to pass tougher antipollution laws.

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What methods should voters use to evaluate campaign messages for accuracy?

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Separating fact from opinion, detecting bias, evaluating sources, and identifying propaganda

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The media affects public opinion and policy in all of the following ways EXCEPT-

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Nominating political candidates for office

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How are the main current political parties in the United States similar?

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They both monitor the actions of office holders.