Political Parties in Our Democracy Quiz

What is the primary goal of a political party?

• To control government by winning elections and holding office
• To create laws
• To provide social services
• To educate the public

How do political parties help the government?

• By creating new laws
• By selecting candidates for public offices
• By providing financial aid
• By organizing community events

What are 'planks' in the context of political parties?

• The main goals of a political party
• Position statements on specific issues
• The leadership team of a party
• The financial backers of a party

What role do political parties play in linking citizens to the government?

• They create laws
• They give citizens a voice
• They provide financial support
• They organize protests

What is the purpose of canvassing in political campaigns?

• To solicit votes and support for a candidate
• To create new laws
• To provide financial aid
• To organize community events

What significant change occurred in 1828 regarding political parties?

• The Democratic-Republican party changed its name to the Democratic party
• The Republican party was formed
• The Whig party was dissolved
• The Federalist party gained power

Why was the Whig party formed in 1834?

• To oppose a strong executive branch of government
• To support slavery
• To promote a strong national government
• To support the Democratic party

What was the primary reason for the formation of the Republican party in 1854?

• To oppose slavery
• To support a strong executive branch
• To promote state rights
• To support the Democratic party

What major shift in political power occurred in 1932?

• Franklin D. Roosevelt's election shifted power back to the Democrats
• The Republican party gained dominance
• The Whig party was re-established
• The Federalist party dissolved

How do political parties serve as 'watchdogs'?

• By keeping an eye on each other
• By creating laws
• By providing financial support
• By organizing protests