Politics Test

What are the names of the two major political parties in the United States today?

• Democratic and Republican

• Democratic and Libertarian

• Socialist and Republican

• Socialist and Libertarian

Which of the following statements about the Republican Party is most accurate?

• it is more likely to support increasing the power of the federal government

• its members are said to be more conservative

• its members are said to be more liberal

• its members generally believe social programs should be run by the federal government

The statement below is from a political party platform.

"We, the workers and our allies, need to take power from the hands of the wealthy few, their corporations, and their political operatives."

Which political party's position is represented in the statement?

• Communist

• Democratic

• Republican

• Socialist

Which spending increase would the Democratic Party likely support?

• homeland security

• space exploration

• education

• military

The conversation below is part of a political discussion.

Lou: I am going to vote for the candidate who will support cutting government spending.

Bob: Yes, we spend too much on some programs.

Which party's candidates are these voters most likely to support?

• Democratic

• Green

• Republican

• Socialist

The table describes political party associations of governors.

Based on the table, what has been an impact of political parties on policy making?

• More Republican issue positions have shaped federal policy.

• More Democratic issue positions have shaped federal policy.

• The number of Democrats nominated for governor increased.

• The number of Republicans nominated for governor increased.

Which of the following statements about the Democratic Party is most accurate?

• it is more likely to reduce the power of the federal government

• its members are said to be more conservative

• its members are said to be more liberal

• its members generally believe state and local government should run social programs

Who do lobbyists represent in their attempts to influence government?

• military officers

• elected officials

• interest groups

• circuit judges

Which example represents the media acting as a watchdog?

• A journalist discovers that an office holder held a hearing.

• A journalist discovers that an office holder accepted a bribe.

• A journalist discovers that an office holder decided to retire.

• A journalist discovers that an office holder voted against a bill.

What is a main purpose of public opinion polls?

• analyzing citizen support for a law

• getting a law passed

• interpreting a newly passed law

• opposing a law