Political Parties Quiz

When did the Democratic Party begin?

• 1850s

• 1860

• 1828

• 1792

Who founded the Democratic Republicans?

• Andrew Jackson

• Thomas Jefferson

• Richard Nixon

• Abraham Lincoln

Which president campaigned to prevent the spread of slavery to new states and territories?

• Richard Nixon

• Abraham Lincoln

• Thomas Jefferson

• Andrew Jackson

Which party is considered more left-leaning or liberal?

• Republican Party

• Libertarian Party

• Green Party

• Democratic Party

Which party tends to believe in lower taxes for everyone?

• Independent

• Reform Party

• Republican Party

• Democratic Party

Which party tends to believe that the government should play a smaller role in people's lives?

• Libertarian Party

• Green Party

• Republican Party

• Democratic Party

Which party tends to believe that higher taxes on big businesses and wealthy people help keep American society running smoothly?

• Green Party

• Democratic Party

• Republican Party

• Reform Party

What percentage of American voters don't belong to either party?

• 20%

• 30%

• 40%

• 50%

Which party do most Republicans favor government spending on?

• Social Programs

• Military

• Education

• Healthcare

What do some voters prefer to remain as, and not join any party at all?

• Independent

• Libertarian Party

• Green Party

• Reform Party