In order to win an election, a major party is most likely to —
Political Knowledge Quiz

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Christine Swartz
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
appeal to the political center
propose cuts to popular programs
divide campaign funds between candidates equally
organize leaders of special interest groups
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which action is an example of political lobbying?
The governor gives special advice to legislative members.
A mayoral candidate holds a campaign rally for registered voters.
The local newspaper exposes corrupt practices in election campaigns.
A health group asks legislators to pass tougher antipollution laws.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The main purpose of a Political Action Committee (PAC) is to —
see that money is distributed equally among presidential candidates
publicize a presidential candidate’s ideas through the use of the media
raise money for candidates who support the same views
develop the party platform for the candidate’s party
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which person is eligible to register to vote in the state of Virginia?
Alyssa
Ranjan
Carla
Rick
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
This campaign poster is most likely trying to —
introduce a concern about the President
persuade voters to reelect the candidate
emphasize certain issues about the President
identify a fact relating to the candidate
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Based on this graph, which statement is most accurate?
The number of college- and non-college-educated voters increased between 1972 and 2004.
The percentage of voter turnout remained the same for both groups between 1972 and 2004.
The number of registered voters in both groups declined each year in all elections.
The college-educated voters were more likely to vote than were non-college-educated voters.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Look at the graph below. In which year was the popular vote and the electoral vote almost tied?
1876
1888
2000
2016
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