Unit 3: Political Process

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Which of the following describes the caucus method of nomination? Options: Party members debate the candidates’ merits and vote in public to select a nominee., Delegates from local districts meet to choose a nominee., Candidates announce their intention to run for office., Voters go to the polls to cast secret ballots and the person who receives the most votes is nominated.

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Party members debate the candidates’ merits and vote in public to select a nominee.

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Why must the seats in the House of Representatives be reapportioned periodically?

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States can gain or lose population over time.

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The two major political parties use a national nominating convention to

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Select presidential and vice-presidential candidates

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Which media outlet would be the best at reaching all age groups? Options: Newspaper, Internet, Radio, Television

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Television

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It is the job of _____________________ to separate fact from opinion, detect bias, and identify propaganda in campaigns.

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voters

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How does the media influence public opinion?

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Focuses attention on certain issues

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The primary goal of interest groups is to influence

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public policy.

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What role does a lobbyist play in impacting public policy?

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They try to convince legislators to introduce, or vote against a bill

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What is the best title for the illustration? Options: How the Interest Groups Influence Public Policy, How to Get Elected to Office, How the Media Influences Public Policy, How Officials Influence Public Policy

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How the Interest Groups Influence Public Policy

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Individuals can influence policy in all of the following ways EXCEPT — writing letters, voting, campaigning

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registering to vote