Government Unit 3

A list of issues, influenced by public opinion, that the government will address

A person, typically a leader of a political party, that votes representing public opinion from their state

policy that gives tangible benefits to the public in the hopes of increasing public support for a legislator.

Which of the following best describes public policy?

• A course of action taken by the government to address a public issue

• A course of action taken by the public to raise concerns about issues in society

• A public issue

• None of the above

Which of the following are potential complications within the public policymaking process?

• Time consuming process

• Many different participants

• Public opinion imposes limitations and pressures

• All of the above

What is the optional step in the policymaking process that aims to improve the policy?

• Step 4: Policy Implementation

• Step 5: Policy Evaluation

• Step 6: Policy Revision

• None of the above

Which of the following are agents of political socialization? Select all that apply!

• Family

• Education

• Gender

• Political Parties

Which of the following is NOT a role political parties play in the political process?

• Nominate candidates

• Educate people about the issues

• Raise money for campaigns

• Run general elections

Which of the following accurately describes those who identify themselves as cultural conservatives?

• Those who believe the government tries to do too much to regulate the economy

• Those who believe the government should do more to assist people who have difficulty meeting their own economic needs

• Those who believe it is the duty of the government to uphold traditional values

• Those who believe the government should not uphold traditional values at the expense of new ones

Which of the following third parties in the United States focuses primarily on environmental issues?

• Green Party

• Libertarian Party

• Socialist Party

• Communist Party