UNIT 5 STUDY GUIDE (80%+)

What is a political party?

• A group of individuals who come together to contest elections and hold power in the government.

• A group of people who organize social events.

• A team of athletes competing in sports.

• A committee for educational purposes.

Define the role and purpose of a political party:

• To govern the country

• To represent specific ideologies and policies

• To organize elections

• To provide social services

The first two political parties were formed by whom?

• Thomas Jefferson and Alexander Hamilton

• George Washington and John Adams

• James Madison and Thomas Jefferson

• Benjamin Franklin and John Jay

The first two political parties in the United States formed because of differences in what?

• Economic policies

• Foreign policies

• Power of the federal government

• Military strategies

What can you learn about a party from viewing its platform?

• The party's policies and values

• The party's financial status

• The party's membership count

• The party's historical achievements

The two parties that dominate our political landscape are:

• Democratic and Republican

• Labour and Conservative

• Liberal and National

• Socialist and Green

Being partisan means:

• Being neutral in political matters

• Supporting a particular political party or cause

• Avoiding political discussions

• Changing political parties frequently

Which of the following types of primaries is a gathering to discuss party platforms?

• Open

• Closed

• Caucus

• Party

A third party is a political party that is not one of the two major parties in a two-party system. Why have they historically performed so poorly in federal elections?

• Lack of funding and media coverage

• Strong support from the public

• High chances of winning

• Equal representation in debates

Gerrymandering is a practice that involves what?

• Drawing district boundaries to favor a particular political party

• Increasing voter turnout through campaigns

• Implementing electronic voting systems

• Reducing the number of polling stations