Unit 2 Review

What is the primary role of lobbyists?

• To influence lawmakers to pass specific legislation

• To create new laws

• To run for political office

• To organize public protests

Which two political parties are part of the Two-Party System in the United States?

• Democrats and Republicans

• Libertarians and Greens

• Socialists and Communists

• Independents and Moderates

What is a key role of political parties in elections?

• To select electors who cast Electoral College votes

• To write the Constitution

• To appoint Supreme Court justices

• To manage foreign relations

How many electoral votes does a candidate need to win the presidency in the United States?

• 270

• 300

• 250

• 280

What determines the number of electoral votes each state receives?

• Population size

• Congressional representation

• State area

• Number of registered voters

Does the popular vote determine the winner of the U.S. presidential election?

• Yes

• No

• Only in certain states

• Only if there is a tie

What is one of the essential functions of media in a democracy?

• Provide diverse viewpoints

• Limit public access to information

• Promote a single perspective

• Suppress competing views

Which function of media helps inform citizens in a democracy?

• Shares competing views

• Hides controversial topics

• Promotes biased opinions

• Limits access to diverse information

How often are districts redrawn according to the census impact?

• Every 5 years

• Every 10 years

• Every 15 years

• Every 20 years

Which of the following is affected by population changes according to the document?

• Number of state governors

• Number of congressional representatives

• Number of Supreme Court justices

• Number of local mayors