Government Quiz

What is a government elected by the people called?

• Monarchy

• Oligarchy

• Democracy

• Dictatorship

What is an organized course of action towards a goal called?

• Campaign

• Election

• Debate

• Strategy

What is an election involving all or most of the citizens of the country called?

• Local election

• General election

• Primary election

• Special election

What is the term for a native inhabitant of a country?

• Foreigner

• Citizen

• Immigrant

• Visitor

What is the term for the representation of views people have on different issues?

• Government

• Party

• Community

• Society

What is a meeting of voters of a political party to nominate candidates called?

• Election

• Primary

• Convention

• Caucus

What is a moderated discussion between people of different beliefs called?

• Argument

• Debate

• Forum

• Conference

What is a collection of ideas or influences that are represented by a group called?

• Platform

• Candidate

• Nominee

• Agenda

What do you call a person nominated for candidacy?

• Platform

• Candidate

• Voter

• Elector

What is the term for someone who seeks to or is nominated to an office or position?

• Candidate

• Nominee

• Voter

• Elector