EOC Strand 2 Test

The steps citizens should take when wanting to address a local or state problem include all of the following except:

• identifying the level of government that can address the problem

• analyze alternatives for resolving the problem

• determine the appropriate course of action

• start a PAC

Which propaganda technique attempts to connect something you feel positively about to their candidate or issue?

• bandwagon

• transfer

• card stacking

• testimonial

Media that intentionally tries to influence you to do or think something is:

• propaganda

• bias

• symbolism

• lobbying

Voting, attending civic meetings, petitioning the government, running for office, and peacefully protesting are:

• ways the lobbyists can influence the government

• ways the media can influence the government

• ways interest groups can influence the government

• ways individuals can influence the government

Groups who have a specific issue they are concerned with and hire lobbyists to convince legislators to make laws they want are called:

• propaganda

• individuals

• interest groups

• media

Being at least 35, a natural born citizen, and a resident for 14 years is a requirement for which office?

• President

• US Senator

• Governor

• state legislator

Before a person can vote, they have to:

• register

• vote in the primary

• vote in the general election

• have a convention and announce the winner of the primary

Which type of election would have a Democrat running against a Republican?

• pre election

• primary election

• secondary election

• general election

Which political party was formed to stop the spread of slavery?

• Republican

• Democrat

• Libertarian

• Socialist

Before the trial begins with opening statements:

• the attorneys present closing statements

• the jury gives the verdict

• the jury deliberates

• the jury selection must take place