Elections & Political Parties

When people don't turn out to vote because they don't care, it is known as what?

• Voter Apathy
• Ballot Fatigue
• Sleep-in Voters
• proCannot Voters

Why are political parties essential to democratic government?

• It is the only way for someone to run for office
• They are a link between representatives and their constituents
• They are the only way to get things to change
• Everyone fits into a major party

How has the internet changed the political process?

• You can vote online
• You can change your vote online
• Sample ballots can help prepare voters
• Candidates can order pizza for the road

What is Jefferson trying to say?

• Public opinion should be accepted
• Public opinion is misunderstood
• American's do not agree on anything
• People should keep their opinions to themselves

George Washington did not like political parties because...

• they were too cool
• they divided the country
• they lie to win elections
• they waste resources

People who join together to pursue a common interest in influencing legislation are known as what?

• Political Action Committees (PAC's)
• Public Opinion
• Mass Media
• Interest Groups

The media typically is _______ when reporting the news.

• Liberal
• Biased
• Conservative
• Unbiased

From the map, what can you infer about states voter registration laws?

• Most states have some laws in place
• All states have strict laws
• There are no voter registration laws in the United States
• States have discriminatory laws

Third party candidates are typically...

• less informed
• popular
• more quiet
• honest

How can the Presidential Primaries cause problems within the party?

• Best candidate emerges
• People get tired of voting
• Discourages well-qualified candidates due to expenses
• Candidates challenge each other in open combat