What is the main function of political parties?

Political Parties and Voting

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Jamaul Kennedy
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
To enforce laws and regulations
To organize social events and fundraisers
To represent and advocate for the interests and beliefs of their members and supporters, as well as to compete for political power and influence.
To provide healthcare and education services
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What are the two main types of political parties?
Liberal Party and Conservative Party
Labour Party and Green Party
Democratic Party and Republican Party
Socialist Party and Libertarian Party
3.
OPEN ENDED QUESTION
3 mins • 1 pt
Which party system is characterized by multiple parties competing for power?
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4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What factors can influence voting behavior?
Weather conditions, favorite color, favorite food
Political party affiliation, candidate characteristics, campaign messaging, socioeconomic status, education level, age, gender, race, and social influence.
Number of social media followers, favorite sports team, favorite movie
Hair color, shoe size, favorite vacation destination
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the purpose of an electoral system?
To determine how representatives are chosen and how votes are translated into seats in a legislative body.
To determine the color of the ballot papers.
To decide the order of candidates on the ballot.
To ensure fair distribution of campaign funds.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the role of political parties in the electoral process?
Political parties have no role in the electoral process.
Political parties only organize campaigns.
Political parties do not represent different ideologies and interests.
Political parties represent different ideologies and interests, mobilize voters, nominate candidates, and organize campaigns.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What are the advantages of a two-party system?
Limited representation, lack of diverse perspectives, and potential for polarization.
Stability, simplicity, and clear choices for voters.
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What are the disadvantages of a multi-party system?
Political instability, difficulty in forming stable governments, increased polarization and gridlock, and potential for coalition governments to be dominated by smaller parties.
Decreased representation of diverse viewpoints, lack of accountability due to power sharing, slower decision-making process, potential for corruption in coalition governments
9.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is voter turnout?
Percentage of eligible voters who cast their vote
Number of votes cast
Number of registered voters
Number of candidates running for office
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