Political Spectrum and Party System Quiz

Which group on the political spectrum favors extreme and immediate change, and is willing to use violence?

• Moderate

• Conservatism

• Liberalism

• Radical/Extremely Liberal

What is the main function of political parties in nominating candidates?

• Ensure the good performance of its candidates and elected officeholders

• Campaign for the party’s candidates and inspire voters

• Select and present candidates for public office

• Maintain appeal of the party by avoiding disagreements within the party

Which type of third party is rooted in periods of economic discontent and often focuses on real or imagined enemies such as the monetary system, Wall Street, or foreign imports?

• Ideological

• Economic Protest

• Single Issue

• Splinter

What is the impact of minor parties acting as a 'spoiler'?

• Drain voters away from major parties, affecting election outcomes

• Take clear stands on controversial issues that major parties try to avoid

• Allow voters to express their discontent at the ballot box

• Form around a strong personality that has failed to win his party’s presidential nomination

Which party system is based on a particular set of beliefs, a comprehensive view of social, economic, and political matters?

• Economic Protest

• Ideological

• Single Issue

• Splinter

What is the main function of political parties in informing and activating supporters?

• Select and present candidates for public office

• Campaign for the party’s candidates and inspire voters

• Ensure the good performance of its candidates and elected officeholders

• Simplify issues for the voters

Which party system is a modern day ideological party not based on Marxist thought, emphasizing individualism and the elimination of most government programs?

• Libertarian

• Socialist

• Communist

• Socialist Labor

What is the main function of political parties as a bonding agent?

• Ensure the good performance of its candidates and elected officeholders

• Try to guarantee that candidates are qualified for the office that they seek

• Reward party loyalty with jobs, contracts, and appointments to political positions

• Campaign for the party’s candidates and inspire voters

Which party system concentrates on a single public policy matter, such as opposing the spread of slavery or opposing Irish-Catholic immigration?

• Economic Protest

• Single Issue

• Ideological

• Splinter

What is the main function of political parties in governing?

• Reward party loyalty with jobs, contracts, and appointments to political positions

• Promote government stability by peacefully transferring power

• Provide a way to conduct the business of government by linking the executive and legislative branches

• Reward contributors by being sympathetic to their problems