UNIT 4 TEST

Based on gender/age, who would be most likely to vote?

women

Both political parties and interest groups both serve as a means for getting the public involved in the political process. Which of the following statements describe how a political party and an interest group differ? Select all that apply.

(NOT) Political parties have large memberships who pay dues to back potential party candidates, whereas interest groups use "grassroots" efforts to sway lawmakers.

Which of the following people/groups leaned toward the Republican Party? Select all that apply.

Abraham Lincoln the Northern Whigs the Anti-Slavery Party

Check all that apply. What did Alexis de Tocqueville mean when he stated, "Democratic peoples want equality in freedom, and if they cannot have that, they still want equality in slavery"? Check all that apply.

Alexis de Tocqueville believed that liberty had to be protected, even at the expense of equality. Alexis de Tocqueville feared that the desire to be equal was of more importance to the American people than freedom.

The first two political parties in American history were the __________ and the ______________.

Anti-Federalist Party Federalist Party

Match the following descriptors with the correct reform movements.

Anti-nuclear - proponents of disarmament of weapons of mass destruction Boston Tea Party - taxation without representation Environmental Concerns - protection of land Labor Laws and Unions - improved working conditions

How do civic responsibilities differ from personal responsibilities? Select all that apply.

Civic responsibilities promote the "common good," while personal responsibilities focus on the individual's needs. Civic responsibilities contribute to the well-being of the community; personal responsibilities contribute to the well-being of the household.

What ideology is a form of socialism that abolishes private ownership and favors central control of all production in a classless society?

Communism

__________, _____________, and ____________ are sources that influence the shaping of one's opinion.

Education Media Family

What political ideology favors a strong military and police state to defend the interest of the state and rejects individual rights?

Fascism

GOP is an abbreviation for the ________.

Grand Old Party

How do interest groups differ from political parties? Select all that apply.

Interest groups are organized around a common issue. Interest group membership is limited.

What are ways to reduce errors in measuring public opinions through polls and surveys? Select all that apply.

Participants should be randomly selected. Sample size should be representative of the population surveyed Questions should be neutral.

Which of the following statements describe a function of a political party? Select all that apply.

Political parties keep the public informed on pertinent issues in politics. Political parties use primaries and conventions to select and nominate candidates for public office. Political parties help shape the direction of the governing process by electing those officials who will support their positions. Political parties watch how the party in office is conducting the people's business, therefore, holding public officials accountable for their votes.

Which title best describes the following list? attitudes and beliefs of people is expressed through the voting process causes lawmakers to listen to the people

The Importance of Public Opinion in a Democratic Society

What political ideology would support equality in economic inequities and social standing?

Socialism

What of the following statements accurately describe the average American voter? Select all that apply.

The average American voter will have a higher income. The average American voter will more likely be a non-Hispanic white woman The average American voter will have a good job and a good education.

Why would a low voter turnout not ensure a legitimate election? Select all that apply.

The election results do not reflect the will of the people. Blocks of discontented voters may have boycotted the election.

Which political philosophy is often called a dictatorship, and is a single political organization with unlimited authority that regulates every aspect of public and private life?

Totalitarianism

Identify whether the following passages describe the governmental system of Great Britain or United States.

United States: This governmental system is characterized by a division of powers, divided between the executive and the legislative branches. The legislative branch makes the laws and the executive branch enforces the laws. This governmental system may amend it constitution in two separate ways - both very specific. One way requires a two-thirds vote in the upper and lower houses; the second way provides a check on the national government's power through the states. This governmental system's chief executive officer is independent of the legislative body. Great Britain: This governmental system is characterized by a central body that holds both the legislative and executive powers of the nation. The legislative power includes the passing of laws; the executive power chooses the chief executive. This governmental system amends its constitution by a simple majority vote, which provides flexibility to make changes as needed. This governmental system has highly organized political parties.

Match the following descriptors with the correct reform movements.

Women's suffrage - the right to vote Civil rights - weakened discrimination against minority groups and brought about desegregation Anti-War - conscientious objections to the morality of war Abolition of Slavery - freedom for individuals and equality of man

Based on political participation, who would be most likely to vote?

a Democrat

What factors influence an individual to choose a particular political party? Select all that apply.

alignment of economic status; i.e., higher incomes may vote for a certain party alignment of party ideology with one's personal views and beliefs alignment by family history

The term "common good" refers to policies that are most beneficial for the ___________.

community as a whole

Answer true or false. Citizens participate in the political process by watching local news, participating in a religious organization, and searching the internet for political news.

false

Which of the following statements describes the Republican Party platform? Select all that apply.

favors military spending less governmental interference in the free market opposes gun control

According to the political spectrum, Democrats lean more toward ____________.

liberalism

Which of the following statements describes the Democratic Party platform? Select all that apply.

opposes government intervention in issues of mortality, believing matters of morality are personal choices supports public healthcare for all citizens

What is the political term defined in the following list? strongly identifies with a political party attitude that the voter can make a difference believes strongly that one can influence political decisions

political efficacy

The government has the responsibility to ____________ and ______________.

promote the well-being of society protect individual rights

Look at the following groups of terms. Choose the group of terms that best illustrates how public opinion is formed.

race, ethnicity, income, gender, and religious beliefs

According to the political spectrum, Republicans lean more toward the ___________.

right

Which of the following are "grassroots" strategies used by interest groups to get their constituencies to pressure policymakers into paying attention to the groups' concerns? Select all that apply.

starting a petition drive organizing demonstrations and protests to get media attention sending direct mail outs to those outside the interest group campaigning by writing letters to lawmakers

Which of the following people/groups leaned toward the Democratic Party? Select all that apply.

the Anti-Federalist Party the Jeffersonian Party minorities and the working class younger voters

Answer true or false. Individuals who participate in passive protest to draw attention to injustices are participating in civil obedience.

true

Answer true or false. One's political ideology refers to one's belief's supported by a principle.

true