ISS Unit 3 Review - Political Parties, Campaigns, and Elections

What are the two sides of the political spectrum?

• Anti-Federalist and Democrats

• Liberals and Conservatives

• Federalists and Republicans

• Radicals and Revolutionaries

The major function of political parties in the US is...

• Educating the public

• Presenting solutions to problems

• Keeping the party in power responsible to the people

• Nominating candidates for public office and presenting them to voters

Which of the following parties is the MOST liberal?

• Democratic

• Libertarian

• Republican

• Tea Party

When one major party is not in power, how does it act towards the major party that is in power?

• A scorekeeper

• A gatekeeper

• A timekeeper

• A watchdog

How has the overall spending trends of presidential campaigns changed since the 1960s?

• Gone down

• Stayed the same

• Gone up slightly

• Gone up significantly

Reasons most Third Party's in the US struggle are...

• Lack of money

• The US has historically been a two party system

• Our electoral system makes it difficult for third parties to compete

• All of the above

Which of the following statements is true?

• Third-Party candidates have never had an impact on US elections

• There are only three political parties in the United States

• Candidates, by law, must disclose where their funding is coming from

• Presidents are elected using a system known as the popular vote

33. Who would say the following quote, a Liberal or a Conservative? "It is not fair that some people live in giant mansions while others are homeless. The government should fix this."

• Liberal

• Conservative

34. Who would say the following quote, a Liberal or a Conservative? "Marriage equality is important. Men and women should be able to marry anyone they choose."

• Liberal

• Conservative

Who would say the following quote, a Liberal or a Conservative? "America must crack down on immigration, strengthen its border, and remove anyone who isn't here legally."

• Liberal

• Conservative