Political Parties

How do modern Democrats and Republicans view taxation?

• Democrats tend to favor tax increases to support new social programs more than Republicans

• Republicans tend to favor tax increases to support new social programs more than Democrats.

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

• The responsibility of government.

• The frequency of national elections.

• The legality of the U.S Constitution.

• The support for the U.S military soldier.

What are the characteristics of a one party political system?

• Separation of powers

• Coalitions

• Third parties

• Dictatorship

Which political party would likely support spending more money on the military?

• Democrats

• Socialists

• Republicans

• Libertarians

The Democrats are said to be _____________ while the Republicans are said to be more_______________.

• Conservative, Liberal

• Liberal, Socialist

• Socialist, Communist

• Liberal, Conservative

Which political party believes that the government should mainly focus on non- violence, promoting equality and protecting the environment?

• Libertarians

• Republicans

• Green

• Democrats

What is the correct description of a party platform?

• It is a place where political candidates make speeches.

• It is a statement that outlines views on issues (planks).

• It is determined by means of a primary election.

• It is held after the nomination convention.

Republicans believe that

• Illegal immigrants put everyone in danger and that there should be no amnesty for them.

• Undocumented person(s) should be given amnesty and that law abiding- families who are here should be given a pathway to citizenship.

Democrats believe that

• Illegal immigrants put everyone in danger and that there should be no amnesty for them.

• Undocumented person(s) should be given amnesty and that law abiding- families who are here should be given a pathway to citizenship.

Which political party is in favor of family values, lower taxes, ardent supporters of the death penalty, and are against abortion and gay marriage

• Republicans

• Libertarians

• Green

• Democrats