Political Parties Test

Where along the political spectrum do both political parties try to win votes in the general election?

• extreme right
• in the middle
• extreme left

What is not a similarity between political parties?

• They organize to win elections.
• Both liberal and conservative views are reflected.
• Their party platform
• They try to appeal to the political center.

How a political party feels on certain issues is stated in their...

• radio addresses
• mailings
• pamphlets
• platforms

One of the major influences of a third party is its ability to...

• introduce new ideas or press for a particular issue
• define itself in a way that wins majority support by appealing to the political center
• reflect both liberal and conservative views
• organize to win elections

In order to win an election, a major party is most likely to...

• propose cuts to popular programs
• appeal to the political center
• divide campaign funds between candidates equally
• orgnaize leaders of special interest groups

What is the form of government where the citizens rule?

• dictatorship
• rule of law
• Democracy
• Monarchy

Where can the Bill of Rights be found in the Constitution?

• Introduction
• Articles
• First 10 amendments
• Preamble

Which did the Federalists believe was the best way to protect individual rights?

• have a strong national government
• have strong state governments
• constitutional amendments

There is nothing in the Constitution about political parties.

• True
• False

Which of the following is a country with a two-party system?

• United States of America
• Japan
• Canada
• Cuba