Pol Party CC

What is the primary goal of a political party according to the text?

• To influence policies

• To win control of government

• To support the president

• To create social equity

What is mainly the job of interest groups?

• To organize parties

• To influence elected officials

• To recruit candidates

• To win elections

Which of the following is NOT a reason why political parties are formed?

• To deal with politicians' ambition

• To facilitate policy making

• To directly implement government policies

• To facilitate collective action in the electoral process

What does 'facilitate collective action in the electoral process' mean?

• To make it easier for voters to form groups that vote in certain ways

• To ensure all political views are represented

• To create new laws

• To provide financial support to candidates

How do political parties facilitate policy making?

• By lobbying

• By promoting independent candidates

• By allowing politicians to work together

• By voting in elections

What is a major function of political parties in the U.S.?

• To provide healthcare

• To enforce laws

• To recruit and nominate candidates

• To educate the public

What type of primary allows only registered party members to vote?

• Public primary

• General primary

• Closed primary

• Open primary

What is the role of delegates in presidential elections?

• To manage election campaigns

• To run for office

• To nominate presidential candidates at the convention

• To vote in general elections

What is one way that political parties mobilize voters?

• By changing laws

• By holding public debates

• By appointing government officials

• By coordinating volunteers

What does a political party act as, which helps voters make electoral choices?

• A public service organization

• A government agency

• A brand

• A policy maker