Civics and Economics Study Guide Unit 5

What is one of the functions of political parties?

• To provide entertainment during political debates.
• To represent the interests of a single individual.
• To help candidates win elections

• To create laws and enforce regulations.

Name one similarity between political parties.

• Reflect both liberal and conservative views on the political spectrum

• One is liberal and one is conservative

• They all have leaders

• They all have the same number of members.

Although third parties _______ win elections, they can play an important role.

• Always

• Sometimes

• Definitely

• Rarely

What is two roles of the media in campaigns?

• Identifying candidates

• Organizing elections

• Emphasizing selected issues

• Recruiting and Nominating

Voters ______ information presented in political campaigns to make informed choices among candidates.

• decide

• like

• evaluate

• process

What is one strategy for evaluating campaign speeches, literature, and advertisements for accuracy?

• Trust the speaker's reputation without verification.
• Rely on social media shares as proof of accuracy.
• Assume all claims are true unless proven otherwise.
• Separate fact from opinion

Name one mass media role in elections.

• Broadcast different views

• Counting votes

• Organizing debates for candidates on TV

• Setting election dates

The significance of third parties in the political process is:

• They have no impact on the political process.

• They focus on selected issues

• They always win major elections.

• They are illegal in most countries.

What are the requirements for voter registration in Virginia?

• Being a U.S. citizen and a resident of Virginia

• Being at least 21 years old

• Having a valid driver's license

• Being a registered member of a political party

Which of the following is a reason why citizens fail to vote?

• Lack of interest

• Too much time

• Belief that vote has a great impact

• All of the above