Coach Mosley's US Government Quiz

Which amendment to the United States Constitution granted women the right to vote?

• 15th Amendment

• 18th Amendment

• 21st Amendment

• 19th Amendment

What is the main function of political parties in the United States?

• To represent and advocate for the interests of their members and supporters, as well as to compete for political power and influence.

• To promote international diplomacy and peacekeeping.

• To provide social services and welfare programs.

• To enforce laws and regulations in the country.

Which of the following is a key factor that influences public opinion?

• media

• weather

• sports

• education

What is the role of the media in politics?

• To provide information to the public, shape public opinion, and hold politicians accountable for their actions.

• To ignore important issues and events

• To support politicians and their agendas

• To spread propaganda and manipulate public opinion

Which of the following is an example of a voting restriction that was historically used in the United States?

• Property ownership requirements

• Literacy tests

• Poll taxes

• Grandfather clauses

What is the purpose of political campaigns?

• To promote apathy and disinterest in politics.

• To persuade voters to support a particular candidate or political party.

• To discourage voters from participating in elections.

• To spread misinformation and confusion among voters.

Which of the following is a form of direct participation in the political process?

• Writing a letter to a representative

• Voting

• Protesting

• Donating to a political campaign

What is the main goal of interest groups in the United States?

• To eliminate all political parties

• To promote the interests of other countries

• To overthrow the government

• To influence public policy and promote their specific interests and causes.

Which branch of government is responsible for creating public policy?

• Judicial branch

• Legislative branch

• Executive branch

• Military branch

What is the purpose of public opinion polls?

• To measure public opinion and inform decision-making processes.

• To create division and conflict among the public.

• To gather personal information from the public.

• To manipulate public opinion and control decision-making processes.