US/VA Political Ideology and Participation

What is the primary goal of political parties ?

• To monitor the party in power

• To conduct campaigns

• To win elections

• To identify important issues

Which of the following is NOT a method used by political parties to select candidates for national, state, and local offices?

• Direct primary

• Caucus

• Nominating convention

• Referendum

What did the Federal Election Campaign Act provide?

• A system of financing based on public funding of presidential elections

• Unlimited contributions from individuals and groups

• No need for public disclosure of the amounts candidates spend to get elected

• Legalized the creation of Political Action Committees (PACs)

Which court case challenged restrictions on soft money contributions?

• Citizens United v. FEC

• Emily's List v. FEC

• Buckley v. Valeo

Which of the following influences public opinion during a political campaign?

• Mass media

• Campaign advertisements

• Polling

• All of the above

What is reapportionment in the context of legislative seats?

• The process of increasing the number of seats in a legislative body

• Redistribution of the fixed number of seats in a legislative body

• The process of electing new members to a legislative body

• Redrawing the boundaries of legislative districts

Which amendment to the United States Constitution gives the right to vote to citizens 18 years old and older?

• 15th Amendment

• 19th Amendment

• 23rd Amendment

• 26th Amendment

Which of the following is a way individuals influence public policy?

• Participating in politics

• Voting in presidential elections only

• Avoiding contact with elected officials

• Refraining from joining interest groups or political parties

What is one way that groups influence public policy?

• By avoiding media attention

• By identifying issues and stimulating public interest

• By not providing any information to government officials

• By discouraging individuals from lobbying

Which of the following is a factor that can contribute to voter turnout?

• Voter loyalty to political parties

• Voter apathy toward government

• Competitive races

• All of the above