Chapter 7 Quiz 24

What is one of the main functions of political parties in the American Democratic System?

• To decentralize government
• To name those who will seek office
• To create laws
• To fund elections

Which form of nomination is considered the oldest?

• Direct Primary
• Caucus
• Self Announcement
• Nomination by Petition

In which type of primary do voters not have to declare a party affiliation?

• Closed Primary
• Open Primary
• Runoff Primary
• Non-Partisan Primary

What is a caucus primarily used for?

• Electing national officials
• Picking presidential candidates
• Selecting party delegates
• Holding closed and undemocratic meetings

How are voters in a precinct supposed to cast their votes?

• Online
• By mail
• At a polling place
• Through a party leader

What is the "coattail effect" in elections?

• When a strong candidate at the top of the ballot helps other candidates
• When a candidate rides the success of previous elections
• When a candidate loses votes due to negative campaigning
• When a candidate is supported by a famous person

Which type of ballot lists candidates according to their office?

• Party-Column Ballot
• Office-Group Ballot
• Open Ballot
• Closed Ballot

What is the primary purpose of the Federal Election Commission (FEC)?

• To elect the president
• To regulate campaign finances
• To organize debates
• To nominate candidates

How are funds from Super PACs typically used?

• To endorse candidates
• For issue advocacy
• As direct contributions to candidates
• For personal expenses of candidates

What is "soft money"?

• Money given directly to a candidate
• Money given to a party for general purposes
• Money donated by foreign entities
• Money given anonymously