Module 4 Review: Political Participation and Culture

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Consumer-driven media often contributes to partisan polarization by:

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Reinforcing existing political biases

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What is the typical outcome for electoral votes in most states during presidential elections?

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The winner receives all electoral votes

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High political efficacy in an individual means they are likely to: Trust political officials, Participate actively in elections, Be cynical about politics, Avoid political engagement

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Participate actively in elections

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What role do interest groups often play in "iron triangles"?

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Influencing policy through connections with agencies and Congress

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What is one major criticism of the winner-take-all system in the Electoral College?

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Popular vote doesn't always match the winner

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Which amendment gave African American men the right to vote? Options: 13th, 14th, 15th, 17th

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15th

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Group that can raise limited amounts of funds for political candidates

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Political Action Committees (PACs)

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Organization that attempts to affect the political process by informing and influencing members of the Government to pass or block laws

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Interest Group

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Which is a negative effect that political action committees (PACs) have had on public policy? Options: Increased transparency in political funding, Enhanced accountability of politicians, Promotion of diverse viewpoints in decision-making, Their economic power has diminished the voice of the people in politics.

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Their economic power has diminished the voice of the people in politics.

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“In United States history, the cruel measure of success for a third-party movement has been its own self-destruction.”  Which statement is the best interpretation of this quote?

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Popular third-party causes are sometimes later incorporated into a major party platform.