Political Parties & Elections test 2024

What does a "conservative" typically advocate for?

• Higher taxes

• Smaller government and traditional values

• Strong government regulation

• Increased government spending

What does a "liberal" believe in?

• Lower taxes and reduced spending

• Minimal government intervention

• Progressive change and government intervention

• Privatization of public resources

What is a political party?

• A group of voters organized to win elections

• An annual political celebration

• A type of primary election

• A private organization for fund collection

What is an open primary?

• A primary where only party members can vote

• A primary where any registered voter can participate

• A primary that occurs after the general election

• A primary limited to independent voters

What is a closed primary?

• Any registered voter can participate

• Voting is restricted to registered party members

• Voting is limited to candidates only

• No one can participate

What is the primary role of the Federal Elections Commission (FEC)?

• To fund political campaigns

• To regulate campaign finance laws

• To decide election winners

• To oversee political party policies

What is hard money?

• Money donated to parties in unlimited amounts

• Money donated directly to a candidate with strict limits

• Money given by foreign donors

What is soft money?

• Money donated to political candidates

• Money donated for general party expenses without strict limits

• Funds limited to personal expenses of candidates

• Money restricted to party conventions only

What does "dark money" refer to?

• Funds given to political candidates

• Money from untraceable sources used in campaigns

• Money donated to the FEC

• Funds raised through social events

What amendment granted women the right to vote?

• 26th Amendment

• 19th Amendment

• 14th Amendment

• 1st Amendment