American Government 3e Quiz

What are political parties primarily formed for?

• To help candidates get elected

• To divide power between national and state governments

• To challenge the status quo

• To implement policies

What electoral rules have contributed to the two-party system in the United States?

• Plurality voting

• Proportional representation

• Ranked-choice voting

• Electoral college

Which level of party organization is responsible for voter registration and mobilization?

• Precinct or county

• State or national

• Local or municipal

• Federal or central

What is the impact of divided government on elected officials?

• It makes it difficult to achieve policy goals

• It leads to increased cooperation between parties

• It improves the stability of the party system

• It reduces partisan polarization

What has contributed to increased partisan polarization in recent decades?

• Sorting and improved gerrymandering

• Decreased party competition

• Decreased ideological differences

• Increased bipartisanship

What is the main purpose of the media in a democracy?

• To provide information and hold government accountable

• To promote partisan agendas

• To entertain the public

• To influence election outcomes

What is the evolution of the media?

• The development of different forms of media over time

• The decline of traditional media outlets

• The increasing influence of social media

• The regulation of media content

How is the media regulated?

• Through laws and regulations

• Through self-regulation by media organizations

• Through government control and censorship

• Through public opinion and market forces

What is the impact of the media on society?

• It shapes public opinion and political discourse

• It has no significant impact on society

• It promotes misinformation and fake news

• It undermines democratic processes

What is the role of interest groups in the political system?

• To advocate for specific policy interests

• To control the media and public opinion

• To fund political campaigns

• To enforce laws and regulations