Election Process

Who do lobbyists represent in their attempts to influence the government?

• 4. Elected officials

• 1. Military officers

• 1. Interest groups

• 1. Circuit judges

Contributions to political parties by individuals, corporations, and labor unions that can be spent on recruiting candidates, voter registration drives, and building party membership are known as _____.

• 3. Hard money

• 1. Soft money

• 2. Referendums

• 1. Lobbying

Which example represents the media as a watchdog?

• A journalist discovers that an office holder held a meeting

• A journalist discovers an office holder accepted a bribe

• A journalist discovers an office holder is retiring

• A journalist discovers an office holder voted against a bill

Which of the following is NOT considered a civic duty or responsibility of a citizen?

• 3. Performing public service

• 1. Selective service

• 2. Paying taxes

• 1. Serving on a jury

________ are useful in helping candidates determine what their main policy agenda should be, based on what American voters feel is most important.

• 3. Public opinion polls

• 1. Media outlets

• 2. National conventions

• 1. Super PACS

Which of the following best describes the role of media in elections?

• To provide entertainment to the public

• To report on the news and inform the public about the candidates and issues

• To donate money to political campaigns

• To officially endorse one candidate over another

What is a Special Interest Group?

• A group of voters within a political party

• A government agency that oversees elections

• An organization that seeks to influence public policy and legislation

• A group that organizes political campaigns

What is the main goal of lobbying by a technology company?

• To provide unbiased information to the public about technology

• To influence government decision-making that favors their business

• To raise funds for political campaigns for candidates

• To organize political protests against other companies

Where do political parties officially nominate their candidate for President?

• National conventions
• Party caucuses
• The media

• State primaries

What is the primary function of a political action committee (PAC)?

• To organize political debates

• To fundraise and donate money to political campaigns

• To draft legislation for Congress

• To oversee election processes