Unit 5: Political Participation Quiz

Who is responsible for overseeing federal elections?

• The federal government

• State governments

• The Supreme Court

• Local governments

What amendment lowered the voting age to 18?

• 15th Amendment

• 19th Amendment

• 24th Amendment

• 26th Amendment

What amendment granted women the right to vote?

• 15th Amendment

• 17th Amendment

• 19th Amendment

• 26th Amendment

Which model of voting behavior is based on past performance of a party?

• Rational choice voting

• Retrospective voting

• Prospective voting

• Party line voting

What is political efficacy?

• Belief that one's vote can influence government

• A measure of one's political activity

• Understanding of political issues

• Interest in political campaigns

What is the primary purpose of political parties?

• To influence policy

• To educate voters

• To win elections

• To nominate candidates

What is the primary goal of a political party's platform?

• To outline the party's policies

• To win elections

• To recruit candidates

• To educate voters

What significant change in campaign finance law made it easier for candidates to raise money independently?

• Soft money ban

• Bipartisan Campaign Reform Act

• Introduction of Super PACs

• Citizens United vs. FEC

What does a 'critical election' signify?

• The introduction of a new voting system

• An election with high voter turnout

• A shift in party loyalty

• A highly competitive election

Which type of primary allows any registered voter to participate?

• Closed primary

• Caucus

• General primary

• Open primary