Unit 6 Test Review

Which of the following factors are important in predicting which citizens will vote?

• Gender, race, and religion

• Education, age, and income

• Political party affiliation, social media usage, and occupation

• Marital status, number of children, and homeownership

What is a political faction?

• A group of people within a political party who have different ideas or goals

• A group of people who are not interested in politics

• A group of people who support a specific candidate

• A group of people who are against the government

Which faction consists of conservative Republican members of the House of Representatives?

• The Freedom Caucus

• The Blue Dog Coalition

• The Tea Party Movement

• The Green Party of Virginia

What is the role of the Democratic National Committee (DNC)?

• Overseeing and coordinating party activities on a national level

• Managing party operations and support for Republican candidates

• Promoting the party's values and supporting Democratic candidates at the state level

• Organizing local Democratic activities and supporting candidates for local offices

What is the purpose of a nominating convention?

• To select presidential and vice-presidential candidates

• To raise funds for the campaign

• To identify important issues

• To monitor the party in power

Which method allows registered party members to directly vote for their preferred candidate?

• Direct primary

• Caucus

• Nominating convention

• Petition

What is the purpose of the Federal Election Campaign Act?

• To provide public funding for presidential elections

• To limit campaign contributions

• To disclose the amounts candidates spend on elections

• All of the above

Which amendment to the U.S. Constitution granted women the right to vote?

• 15th Amendment

• 19th Amendment

• 23rd Amendment

• 26th Amendment

What influences voter turnout?

• Campaign issues and candidates

• Political efficacy and voter attitudes toward government

• Voter loyalty to political parties

• All of the above

Which elections have higher voter turnout?

• Presidential elections

• State and local elections

• National contests

• Competitive races