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WorksheetsPP and monitoring gov't 2025-26
Total questions: 18
Worksheet time: 9mins
When a problem affects multiple counties, the (state/federal/local) government may need to become involved.
federal
state
local
________ is when you use pictures or symbols in different types of propaganda, in order to persuade.
Symbolism
propaganda
watchdog
interest group
If Mr. Farrow wanted to run for US Senate to represent the state of FL, he needs to be at least ____ years old, live in the state of FL_, and be a citizen of the U.S.
21
25
30
35
When a group wants to get a law passed, they might have a ________ to try and influence people in gov’t to vote for that law.
symbolism
propaganda
watchdog group
lobbyist
There are only 3 constitutional requirements to be President: you must be at least 35 years old, live in the US for at least ____ years before running for office, and be a natural-born citizen.
7
14
9
11
___________ are groups of people who raise money to influence elections by donating money to different campaigns.
Political action committees
interest group
lobbyist
media
If you are having a local problem, contacting the _________would be the most helpful.
mayor
governor
president
If I wanted a specific bill passed, a letter-writing campaign would be a good way to influence the vote for that bill.
true
false
One example of _________ is transfer, where they try to get you to feel one way based on how you feel about something else.
watchdog role
interest group
propaganda
media
In order to try and solve a problem, you must first identify and define the problem, then gather _______, then look at different solutions, and then come up with the best solution.
evidence
solutions
more problems
The Constitution says you must be a US citizen and have to be at least ____years old to be in the US House of Representatives, 30 to be in the US Senate, and 35_ to be President.
21
22
25
30
When the media shows _____, it makes people question the accuracy of the information because it doesn’t show both sides.
interest group
propaganda
bias
watchdog
The ______ is best able to use its influence to prevent the gov’t from doing things it shouldn’t.
media
interest group
lobbyist
individuals
Watchdog_ groups keep an eye on gov’t, monitoring them to make sure the gov’t is held accountable for its actions.
false
true
An _______ is a group with a shared goal that tries to influence public policy in its favor.
lobbyist
watchdog group
interest group
media
The first step in fixing a public policy problem is to
look at different solutions
gather evidence
come up with a solution
Which amendment changed how we voted for the President and Vice-President?
What is the first step if you are interested in running for President after you've announced to you want to run?
win the popular vote
win 270 electoral votes
win the general election
win the primary election to represent your party
