2.8 and 2.9 Review

What are the names of the two major political parties in the United States today?

• Democratic and Libertarian

• Socialist and Republican

• Democratic and Republican

• Socialist and Libertarian

The statement is from a political party platform.

We, the workers and our allies, need to take power from the hands of the wealthy few, their corporations, and their political operatives.

Which political party’s position is represented in the statement?

• Republican

• Democratic

• Socialist

• Communist

In the modern political system, which issue represents a basic disagreement between Republicans and Democrats?

• the responsibilities of government

• the frequency of national elections

• the legality of the U.S. Constitution

• the support for the U.S. military soldier

Which is a constitutional requirement to run for Congress?

• at least 25 years old

• at least 30 years old

• U.S. permanent resident

• U.S. citizen

The political campaign posters are for two candidates running for mayor. According to the information on the posters, what is the reason Maria could be considered more qualified than Todd to be elected mayor?

• her political policies

• her college education

• her campaign promises

• her experience working in government

The poster is from a recent election.

Doug is pro-immigration! Doug is pro-military! Vote for Doug

Based on the poster, what conclusion can be drawn about the candidate?

• Doug is running for judge.

• Doug is running for mayor.

• Doug is running for president.

• Doug is running for city council.