EOC Cat 3 Progress

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

• Democrat and Republican

• Democrat and Libertarian

• Socialist and Republican

• Socialist Libertarian

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SS.7.C.2.8

The statement is from a political party platform.

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

• Communist

• Democratic

• Republican

• Socialist

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SS.7.C.2.8

In the modern political system, which issue represents a basic disagreement between Republicans and Democrats?

• the responsibilities of government

• the frequency of national elections

• the legality of the U.S. Constitution

• the support for the U.S. military soldier

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SS.7.C.2.8

Which is a constitutional requirement to run for Congress

• U.S. permanent resident

• at least 25 years old

• at least 30 years old

• U.S. citizen

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SS.7.C.2.9

The political posters are for two candidates running for mayor.

According to the information on the posters, what is the reason Maria could be considered more qualified than Todd to be elected mayor?

• her political policies

• her college education

• her campaign promises

• her experience working in government

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SS.7.C.2.9

The poster is from a recent election.

Based on the poster, what conclusion can be drawn about the candidate?

• Doug is running for judge.

• Doug is running for mayor.

• Doug is running for president.

• Doug is running for city council.

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SS.7.C.2.9

Who do lobbyists represent in their attempts to influence government?

• military officers

• elected officials

• interest groups

• circuit judges

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SS.7.C.2.10

Based on the government system in the United States, which individual activity is used to directly influence legislative decisions?

• watching political debates on television

• discussing political issues at work

• collecting opinions for a yearbook

• gathering signatures for a petition

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SS.7.C.2.10

The table describes rating for news organizations.

According to the table, what impact has media had on government?

• Government is less likely to regulate the press.

• Government is more likely to regulate the press.

• Government is less likely to respond to public concerns.

• Government is more likely to respond to public concerns.

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SS.7.C.2.10

Which option presents a clear point of view?

• bias

• metaphor

• propaganda

• symolism

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SS.7.C.2.11