Political Parties

Usually, what do most candidates need to win an election?

• majority
• plethora
• plurality
• super majority

Which party was created in opposition to the spread of slavery?

• Republicans
• Democrats
• Progressive
• Prohibition

Which party assumes the role of  watchdog?

• The party in power
• the party out of power

A country with a one-party system usually has a representative democracy.

• True
• False

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

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

Which of the following is an example of a single-issue party?

• Republicans
• Prohibitionist
• Whigs
• Communists

Which of the following is the main event at a national convention?

• nominating a candidate for president
• raising money for the national election
• preparing TV and radio advertisements

There is nothing in the Constitution about political parties.

• True
• False

Which level of the party organization is considered the lowest?

• national chairperson
• Congressional Committee
• precinct captain
• State Committee

Encouraging lawmakers in their party to support the party's position on bills being discussed is which role of political parties?

• Running different parts of government
• Acting as a watchdog?
• Communicating with the people
• Supporting candidates