Unit 3: Political Process Flashcard Review

Front

When Jack waits for the end of the political advertisement to see who paid for/published the ad he is _________________.

Back

evaluating sources

Front

When Hagai notices that a political ad claims that Mr. Hunt is the best candidate, he is _______________.

Back

Separating fact from opinion

Front

When Oliver notices that a political ad shows a politician tossing a football with his son while the star spangled banner plays in the background in an effort to make the politician seem trustworthy he is ______________.

Back

Identifying propaganda

Front

In Virginia, how many days before the election does registration close?

Back

22

Front

The cost of a campaign is ___________.

Back

on the rise

Front

Rising campaign costs have given POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEES more influence by allowing them to donate unlimited amounts of money to political campaigns.

Back

True

Front

Political parties educate _________ about campaign issues.

Back

the people

Front

Both Republicans and Democrats try to appeal to the ____________.

Back

Political Center (Moderates)

Front

Gannon McMoney, a Democrat, is running for President. In an effort to appeal to the political center, he decides to advocate for lower taxes. This is an example of a liberal reflecting __________ points.

Back

conservative

Front

Which of the following is NOT a role of the Media in elections?
Identifying Candidates,
Creating Political Cartoons,
Broadcasting Different points of view,
Selling the merchandise of a political candidate

Back

Selling the merchandise of a political candidate