BMS Unit 3 Politics Pre/Practice Test

What is the main goal of political parties in the U.S.?

• Influence public policy

• Monitor officeholders

• Win elections

• Educate people on issues

Which amendment granted African American men the right to vote?

• 26th Amendment

• 15th Amendment

• 19th Amendment

• 23rd Amendment

What is a key role of volunteers in campaigns?

• Ensure voting and counting is fair

• Recruit and nominate candidates

• Monitor officeholders

• Spread information and organize events

What does the Voting Rights Act of 1965 address?

• Banning racial discrimination in voting

• Allowing D.C. residents to vote for President

• Banning poll taxes

• Lowering the voting age to 18

What is a potential negative effect of media bias?

• Promotes unbiased reporting

• Leads to polarization

• Encourages civic engagement

• Increases voter turnout

What is the role of poll watchers?

• Report on candidates and issues

• Sign petitions and write letters

• Ensure voting and counting is fair

• Share ideas and plans to gain support

What is a consequence of high campaign costs?

• Growth of PACs and Super PACs

• Decreased media coverage

• Increased voter turnout

• More opportunities for all candidates

Which amendment lowered the voting age to 18?

• 15th Amendment

• 19th Amendment

• 24th Amendment

• 26th Amendment

What is a function of interest groups?

• Recruit and nominate candidates

• Promote specific issues and try to change policy

• Ensure fair voting and counting

• Educate people on issues

What is a peaceful way citizens can request change?

• Sign petitions and write letters

• Increase campaign costs

• Create echo chambers

• Organize biased media reports