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- 1. Multiple Choice
Which of the following correctly defines a linkage institution?
A linkage institution provides Americans with economic assistance.
A linkage institution connects Americans to the political process
A linkage institution is part of the checks and balances system.
A linkage institution relates to the Supreme Court?
- 2. Multiple Choice
What are the 4 Linkage Institutions?
Media, party platform, interest groups and political parties
Interest groups, third parties, public policies & media
Media, elections, interest groups & political parties
Interest groups, public policies, propaganda & elections
- 3. Multiple Choice
What is the goal of political parties?
To control the population’s thinking
To control the government through brainwashing
To gain control of the government by winning elections
- 4. Multiple Choice
Which of the following correctly identifies the key functions of the Democrats and Republicans in our political system?
Nominate candidates, organize elections, promote party platforms
Organize elections, provide fringe voters with a choice, nominate candidates
- 5. Multiple Choice
A ___________ describes what a political party stands for
platform
candidates
supporters
country
- 6. Multiple Choice
What is the difference between political parties & interest groups?
Political parties represent broad arrays of issues and seek to win elections, whereas interest groups do not run for office and are more likely to focus on narrow sets of issues
Political parties are prohibited from sponsoring campaign advertisements; interest groups are not
Political parties are more likely to focus on national politics; interest groups focus on local politics
- 7. Multiple Choice
What is the role of 3rd Parties in American Politics
They act as a "spoiler" and appeal to fringe voters?
Third parties try to control the government through winning elections
Third parties work for special interest groups to influence government policies
- 8. Multiple Choice
Believes the government should enforce strict gun control laws
Republican
Democrat
- 9. Multiple Choice
Believe Health Care should NOT be provided by the government.
Republican
Democrat
- 10. Multiple Choice
I am a liberal...
Republican
Democrat
- 11. Multiple Choice
This party likes expanding social programs
Republican
Democrat
- 12. Multiple Choice
Conservatives love this party!
Republican
Democrat
- 13. Multiple Choice
Believe in EXPANDING abortion rights.
Republican
Democrat
- 14. Multiple Choice
Why are Interest Groups considered a linkage institution?
Interest Groups educate the public about their platforms so that they can be elected into office
Because they support political parties every election.
Interest Groups organize around a common issue/cause and they provide people with a way to participate in politics
Interest groups don't talk to the public.
- 15. Multiple Choice
What is the most common way that interest groups seek to influence policies?
Supporting candidates for office
Helping people that support them or are members.
Lobbying Congress
- 16. Multiple Choice
What is the difference between Primary and General elections?
General election occur between candidates running against members of third parties only.
In the General election, candidates are running against members of their own party whereas primary election are when candidates run against members of an opposing party.
The winner of a primary election is declared the winner of the office he or she is seeking.
Primary elections occur between members of the same party whereas the general election has candidates from different parties running against one another.
- 17. Multiple Choice
Which of the following correctly identifies the steps in the presidential election cycle (From beginning to end)?
National party conventions, general election, primary election, general election debates
Primary election, national party conventions, general election debates, general election
- 18. Multiple Choice
During a presidential election year, what is occurring between January-June?
Electoral College votes are being counted
Candidates are participating in the Primary/Caucus season in their bid to win their party's nomination for the general election”
Senate members are meeting to discuss who they want to elect as President
- 19. Multiple Choice
What is one of the most important Caucasus in the Presidential Election?
Iowa
Illinois
New York
- 20. Multiple Choice
How many Electoral College Votes are needed to win the presidential election?
435
270
218
100
- 21. Multiple Choice
Which of the following is NOT an example of mass media?
Television
Interest Groups
Newspapers
3rd Parties
- 22. Multiple Choice
Which role of the media is responsible for exposing corruption in society by keeping an eye on government affairs?
Scorekeeper
Watchdog
Gatekeeper
Propaganda
- 23. Multiple Choice
The statement, “Everyone is voting for Joe Smith. You should, too.” is using which of the following types of propaganda?
Fear
Testimonial
Bandwagon
Glittering Generalities
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