American Political System and Argumentation Skills Quiz

Which amendment granted citizenship to all persons born or naturalized in the U.S.?

• 14th Amendment

• 15th Amendment

• 19th Amendment

• 26th Amendment

What did the 26th Amendment change about voting?

• Lowered the voting age to 18

• Granted women the right to vote

• Eliminated poll taxes

• Granted African American men the right to vote

What is political efficacy?

• The belief that voting is unnecessary

• The belief that an individual's participation will make a difference

• The belief that elections are rigged

• The belief that only certain demographics should vote

What is one way that election type can influence voter turnout?

• More turnout for local elections

• More turnout for midterm elections

• More turnout for presidential elections

• More turnout for school board elections

What is one structural barrier mentioned that affects voter turnout?

• Availability of free transportation

• Availability of absentee ballots

• incumbents

• Popularity of politicians

What is one demographic characteristic used MOST to predict voting likelihood?

• Race

• Age

• Gender

• Favorite sport

Which of the following is NOT a linkage institution?

• Political parties

• Interest groups

• Elections

• Corporations

What is the purpose of the committee and party leadership systems in legislatures?

• To organize and manage legislative activities

• To enforce laws

• To create economic policies

• To regulate trade

What role does communication technology play in political parties?

• It reduces campaign costs

• It helps disseminate, control, and clarify political messages

• It limits outreach efforts

• It focuses on traditional media

How does the incorporation of third-party agendas into major political party platforms affect third-party success?

• It enhances third-party success.

• It serves as a barrier to success.

• It has no effect on third-party success.

• It guarantees third-party success.