SOL Review #20 2/3/25

What is a key similarity between major political parties in the United States?

• They only represent extreme viewpoints

• They organize to win elections and influence policy

• They never change their positions

• They avoid public campaigns

How do major political parties typically position themselves to win elections?

• By appealing only to their base supporters

• By focusing on extreme positions

• By appealing to the center of the political spectrum

• By ignoring moderate voters

What is one main purpose of third parties in American politics?

• To automatically win presidential elections

• To introduce new ideas and press for specific issues

• To replace one of the major parties

• To raise money for major parties

Which historical figure is an example of a significant third-party movement?

• Theodore Roosevelt

• George Washington

• Abraham Lincoln

• Thomas Jefferson

How do third parties often impact major party elections?

• They always win the presidency

• They have no effect on elections

• They take votes away from major parties

• They join with major parties

What do both major political parties share in common?

• Identical policy positions

• The same party leaders

• Both liberal and conservative views

• The same campaign strategies

Where can you find the main differences between political parties?

• Only in TV commercials

• In their party platforms and campaigns

• Only in social media

• Only in newspaper ads

What type of political views do major parties typically include?

• Only extremely conservative views

• Only extremely liberal views

• Both liberal and conservative views

• No political views at all

What is a characteristic of third parties in American politics?

• They often revolve around a strong personality

• They always win local elections

• They control Congress

• They have majority support

How do major political parties try to gain majority support?

• By ignoring voters

• By focusing on extreme positions

• By avoiding public appearances

• By appealing to moderate voters