WorksheetsCivics Political Process Essential Vocabulary
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 8mins
What is the definition of 'Political Party'?
An organization of people who wish to influence the government by getting their members elected to office.
A group that organizes sports events for the community.
A company that sells products to the government.
A club that focuses on social activities only.
What is the definition of 'Candidate'?
A person running for office.
A type of voting machine.
A government building.
A campaign slogan.
Grace, Abigail, and Evelyn are preparing for their school's mock election. They come across the term 'Platform.' What does 'Platform' mean in this context? Is it:
A statement of a party’s official stand on major public issues.
A type of voting system used in elections.
A government agency responsible for law enforcement.
A document outlining the rules of a debate.
What is the definition of 'Nominate'?
To name a candidate to run for public office.
To remove a candidate from an election.
To count the votes in an election.
To create new laws for an election.
Olivia, Arjun, and Avery are helping their favorite candidate prepare for the big election! What does the word 'Campaign' mean in this context?
Organized actions that a political candidate does in order to win an election.
A type of government tax on imported goods.
A formal agreement between two countries.
A speech given at a graduation ceremony.
What is the definition of 'Media'?
Television, radio, newspapers, magazines, and the internet used for communication.
A type of musical instrument used in orchestras.
A scientific term for a type of bacteria.
A method of cooking using only dry heat.
What is the definition of 'General Election'?
An election in which voters make final decisions about candidates and issues.
An election held only within a single political party to choose its leader.
An election where only local government officials are chosen.
An election that is conducted exclusively online.
What is the definition of 'Primary Election'?
An election within a party in which people can express their preferences for a candidate.
An election held to choose the President directly.
A general election where all citizens vote for any office.
A process where laws are created by public vote.
Luna and Ethan are having a debate in class. Luna keeps favoring one side, no matter what evidence Ethan brings up. What is the definition of 'Bias' in this situation?
Favoring one point of view.
Ignoring all evidence.
Being completely neutral.
Accepting every opinion equally.
What is the definition of 'Interest groups'?
Groups of people who work together to influence public policy for their similar interests and goals.
Groups of people who organize social events for entertainment purposes only.
Individuals who invest money in banks to earn interest.
Government agencies that regulate public behavior.
What is the definition of 'Propaganda'?
A message meant to influence people’s ideas, opinions, or actions in a certain way.
A scientific theory explaining natural phenomena.
A type of government structure.
A traditional form of art.
What is the definition of 'Conservative'?
Holding to traditional attitudes and values and cautions about change.
Believing in rapid social progress and reform.
Advocating for complete government control over the economy.
Supporting radical and revolutionary changes.
What is the definition of 'Liberal'?
Open to new behavior or opinions and willing to move away from traditional values.
Strictly adheres to traditional values and resists change.
Believes in absolute authority and limited personal freedom.
Prefers minimal government intervention in all aspects of life.
What is the definition of 'Political Action Committee (PAC)'?
An organization that raises money privately to influence elections or legislation.
A committee that manages the daily operations of the White House.
A group responsible for drafting the federal budget.
An agency that enforces international trade agreements.
The political spectrum is . . .
A method that candidates use to win an election
A model for classifying political parties or ideas along a line
A vehicle that astronauts use to get to space
A group organized to raise money to help elect candidates
