Civics

Who tries to help candidates win elections

• Political Parties

• Political center

• Third Parties

• Platforms

What are three other functions of political parties?

• Recruit and nominate candidates

• Educate citizens about campaign issues

• Monitor officeholders

• Help people

America has a _______ Party System

• One

• Eight

• Two

• Six

TRUE/FALSE: Both parties organize to win elections and influence public policies

• True

• False

TRUE/FALSE: Both parties attempt to influence public policies and reflect both liberal and conservative views.

• True

• False

Political parties attempt to gain the support of the majority by appealing to the–

• Political Center

• Platforms

• Campaigns

What kinds of parties usually press for a particular issue?

• First Parties

• Third Parties

• Second Parties

How many days before the election must you register in order to vote?

• 18

• 41

• 10

• 22

What three factors separate voters from nonvoters?

• Age

• Euducation

• Income

• How to cook

TRUE/FALSE: Voter turnout is the highest during presidential elections.

• True

• False