AP Government Unit 4 and 5 review

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what does "Political socialization" involve?

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The process by which we develop our political attitudes, values, and beliefs.

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What is the purpose of benchmark polls in political campaigns?

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To provide initial data on which campaign strategies are based

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Which type of poll is conducted as voters leave the polling places on Election Day?

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Exit polls

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What does a random sample aim to achieve in polling?

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To represent the population fairly by having an equal chance of inclusion

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What is the main focus of a focus group in the context of political polling?

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To gather opinions on specific issues through guided discussion

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What does the term "reliability of data" refer to in the context of polling?

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The extent to which repeated experiments yield the same results.

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What is the primary goal of political ideologies as defined in the study material?

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To outline sets of political values regarding government goals and politics

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Which ideology favors a more assertive role in the redistribution of economic resources but also emphasizes individual freedom on social issues?

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Liberal ideology

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What does conservative ideology advocate for in terms of economic regulation?

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Minimal regulation of the economy and decreased emphasis on income redistribution

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Which U.S. political party was founded in 1854 and aimed to keep slavery out of the territories?

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Republican Party