U.S. Government and Politics Quiz

How often do U.S. representatives have to run for re-election?

• Every 6 years

• Every 4 years

• Every 2 years

• Every 8 years

What is the main job of the Federal Election Commission (FEC)?

• Count the votes in an election

• Create campaign ads for candidates

• Choose the winner of an election

• Make sure campaign fundraising follows the law

Which of the following is an example of a grassroots campaign?

• A candidate relying only on TV ads

• Volunteers knocking on doors and calling voters

• A candidate using only social media posts

• A company donating millions of dollars to a candidate

What is a campaign platform?

• The number of voters who participate in an election

• The rules that candidates must follow when running for office

• A set of ideas and policies that a candidate stands for

• The money that a candidate raises for their campaign

Which of the following is NOT a way candidates raise money for campaigns?

• Selling votes to the highest bidder

• Social media donations

• Fundraisers and rallies

• Donations from individuals and PACs

What is the primary purpose of constituent services?

• To create new laws without public input

• To help legislators get re-elected

• To assist residents in navigating government and addressing issues

• To increase political party influence

Which of the following is NOT an example of constituent services?

• Helping a resident apply for unemployment benefits

• Holding a town hall meeting to hear public concerns

• Enforcing criminal laws in a district

• Assisting a veteran in obtaining healthcare benefits

Why is constituent service important to legislators?

• It helps them ignore public concerns

• It builds trust and ensures they remain responsive to voters

• It replaces the need for elections

• It allows them to avoid policy decisions

What happens when legislators do NOT prioritize constituent services?

• Voters may feel ignored and lose trust in their elected officials

• Government agencies step in to handle all concerns

• The legislator automatically loses their next election

• Residents no longer face any challenges with government programs

Helping a constituent receive delayed unemployment benefits is an example of:

• Casework Assistance

• Local Project Advocacy

• Policy Development

• Community Engagement