The Functions of Political Parties Quiz

What do political parties look for in candidates?

• People who are good at cooking

• People who believe in the same things as the party

• People who can sing well

• People who are famous actors

What qualities do political parties seek in candidates?

• Smart, hardworking, and trustworthy

• Tall, athletic, and funny

• Rich, famous, and stylish

• Quiet, shy, and reserved

What do political parties do once they have candidates?

• Ignore them

• Support them as they campaign

• Send them on vacation

• Teach them to dance

What is one of the main functions of political parties?

• Educating the people about campaign issues

• Building new infrastructure

• Managing the economy

• Creating laws

Why do candidates spend time educating the electorate?

• To ensure they know who the candidates are and what they stand for

• To entertain them with political debates

• To confuse them about the issues

• To avoid discussing their beliefs

What is the first step for a candidate to win an election?

• Giving speeches

• Getting on a ballot

• Visiting places

• Collecting donations

What must a candidate do after getting on the ballot?

• Start campaigning

• Write laws

• Count votes

• Organize debates

What is the purpose of a political party supporting a candidate?

• To ensure they win a debate

• To help them win an election

• To write laws for them

• To count votes for them

What is one activity involved in campaigning?

• Writing laws

• Giving speeches

• Counting votes

• Organizing debates

What is one of the main functions of political parties?

• Writing laws

• Helping candidates win elections

• Counting votes

• Organizing fundraisers