PMA Day 3 Quiz

The conversation below is part of a political discussion.

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Lou: I am going to vote for the candidate who will support cutting government spending.

Bob: Yes, we spend too much on some programs.

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Which party’s candidates are these voters most likely to support?

• Democratic

• Green

• Republican

• Socialist

How do modern Democrats and Republicans view taxation?

• Republicans tend to favor tax increases, while Democrats tend to favor keeping tax rates the same.

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

• Democrats tend to favor tax decreases, while Republicans tend to favor keeping tax rates the same.

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

Rob: I am so sick of paying high taxes!

Tim: Well the election is coming up, make sure to vote.

Based off what Rob said, what party should he probably vote for?

• Republican

• Democrat

• Libertarian

• Green Party

True or False. Members of the United States Congress can be naturalized U.S. Citizens.

• True

• False

Which of the following words represents a one sided, but clear point of view.

• Bias

• Symbolism

• Propaganda

• Platform

Who do lobbyists represent?

• Elected Officials

• Interest Groups

• Rich Donors

• The Media

What is an interest group?

• Organization concerned with a particular issue. Gather people and resources to support public policies that help members.

• Political organization that promotes the cause of a particular interest group, usually through raising money

• the source of news and info about current events

1) Shows us different opinions

2) Informs viewers about issues

3) Informs us about public officials

These statements best describe...

• The President

• The Media

• Global Events

• Propaganda

Who do interest groups hire in order to help them influence representatives?

• Spies

• Campaign managers

• Lobbyists

• Secretaries

What is the purpose of lobbying?

• Distracting opponents from winning elections.

• Forcing the president to sign a bill into law.

• Encouraging candidates to run for office.

• Convincing representatives to support your ideas.