Spiral Review #6

Both of the major political parties want to win elections. They must become more moderate in their platforms by moving away from the extreme left or the extreme right. This allows them to appeal to the political ___________.

• Center/Undecided

• Republican

• Democratic

• Third Party

Which document is being described? - Structures the government - Guarantees equality under the law; majority rule but protects the minority - Upholds individual worth and dignity of all people - Protects freedoms

• The Declaration of Independence

• The VA Constitution

• The US Constitution

• The Virginia Freedom of Rights

The following characteristics listed are a citizen’s __________________________. - Register and vote - Hold elective office - Influence government by communicating with officials - Respect the rights of others to an equal voice in government - Keep informed about issues - Participate in campaigns

• Responsibilities

• Rights

• Duties

• Requirements

The need for political action committees (PACs) and Super PACs arose because of-

• the influence of political editorials

• rising campaign costs

• inflation in the economy

• recession in the economy

What must a citizen do before voting?

• register to vote

• pay a poll tax

• pass a literacy test

• pass the naturalization test

Which Branch of government is responsible for the following?

Exercises Judicial Review.

• Legislative

• Executive

• Judicial

Which branch of government is responsible for the following?

Regulates interstate and foreign trade.

• Legislative

• Executive

• Judicial

Which branch of government is responsible for the following?

Appoints cabinet members and federal judges.

• Legislative

• Executive

• Judicial

Which Branch is responsible for the following?

The highest court in all of the land.

• Legislative

• Executive

• Judicial