Unit 4: Elections, Media, and Shaping Policy [HRMS]

What does the Constitution say about political parties?

• It does not mention political parties

• It says states need to regulate political parties

• It says that parties cause conflicts

• It says the federal government must approve them

What is the purpose of a political party's national committee?

• To nominate a presidential candidate

• To write laws and policies for the party

• To ensure a political machine runs smoothly

• To raise money for elections and organize the party convention.

The way a third-party candidate usually gets on a ballot is by _______________________.

• Getting enough voters to sign a petition

• Winning a plurality in a primary

• Getting enough voters to write his/her name on the ballot

• Having party leaders nominate him/her

Caucus

• An election in which voters choose the party candidates.

• A political party's statement of its core beliefs and position on issues.

• A geographic area containing a specific number of voters.

• A meeting of state or local party organizations.

Direct Primary

• An election in which voters choose the party candidates

• A political party's statement of its core beliefs and position on issues.

• A geographic area containing a specific number of voters.

• A meeting of state or local party organizations.

Precinct

• A - An election in which voters choose the party candidates.

• B - A political party's statement of its core beliefs and position on issues.

• C - A geographic area containing a specific number of voters.

• D - A meeting of state or local party organizations.

Platform

• A - An election in which voters choose the party candidates.

• B - A political party's statement of its core beliefs and position on issues.

• C - A geographic area containing a specific number of voters.

• D - A meeting of state or local party organizations.

The two major political parties in the United States are the ____________ and __________.

• Democrats and Whigs

• Whigs and Federalists

• Democrats and Republicans

• Republicans and Federalists

Which of the following is true regarding voter registration in the United States?

• You must register before you can vote

• You must register as a Democrat or Republican

• You must register to get a driver's license

• You must register as part of the exit poll

Which of the following questions is a good indicator of whether you should vote for a certain candidate?

• Does the candidate have a family?

• Will the candidate be effective in office?

• Is the candidate attractive?

• Does the candidate look good on television?