Voting and the Two Party System

Which major party's platform favors government regulations to protect the environment?

• Democrat

• Republican

• Libertarian

The United States has a 

• two-party  system.
• multi-party system.
• one-party system.

What are the two major parties in America?

• Democrats & Libertarians
• Liberals & Conservatives
• Democrats & Republicans
• Libertarians & Republicans

Which party is generally considered to be more conservative?

• Democratic Party

• Republican Party

Which party is okay with higher taxes if they feel it is necessary for the general welfare of citizens?

• Democratic Party
• Republican Party 

The two-party system in America has historical roots as far back as the...

• Cold War

• Ratification of the Constitution

• Civil War.

• Articles of Confederation

Which of these is the strongest, long term psychological factor that influences how most people vote?

• party identification

• candidates

• issues

Which of these items is NOT associated with the Republican party?

• Right
• Red
• Elephant
• Liberal

Many citizens report their reason for not voting is that they don't have a sense of ________. In other words, they feel like their vote "doesn't really count."

• political efficacy

• political socialization

• transient

• literacy

What age group has the highest voter apathy or low voter turnout?

• 55-60 year olds
• 40-45 year olds
• 30-35 year olds
• 18-21 year olds