Cards in this guide (24)
What argument for keeping or eliminating the electoral college did you find most compelling
It is one of the most dangerous institutions in American
politics today and should be abolished. The primary impact of the
Electoral College is that it gives the citizens of some states more
influence over the presidential election than citizens of other
states.
Which of these measures was specifically designed to limit the voting rights of the black freedmen
Which statement about lobbyists is most accurate
lobbyists frequently invite lawmakers to restaurants or other
forms of entertainment
lobbyists represent individuals and organizations on issues that
major political parties might not address
Which statement is true of the Selective Service
some citizens are required to register for it
some people are obligated to register for it, but there is no
military draft right now
it is a system that will be used if there is a military draft in
the future
What is true of public service
it is civic responsibility but not a legal obligation
Which positive function of interest groups does the scenario describe
serving as watchdogs to prevent government corruption
inspiring political participation
Which statement about the U.S. system of local government is most accurate
it is extremely complex, with many types of governments
possible
What is one major factor that can result in biased news stories
pressure from media executives
sensationalism
What are two common strategies that interest groups use to shape public policy
lobbying officials and forming political action committees
(PACs)
filling lawsuits and lobbying officials
What do most elections for local state and federal offices have in common
voters in a district select one candidate to fill a a particular
office
they are winner-takes-all election
Which right completes the chart
the ability to leave and return to the country
What is a direct effect of citizens voting
political decisions better reflect citizens' desires
political leaders better understand with policies citizens
support
tax money is distributed to reflect citizens' desires
Which tactic was primarily used by the civil rights movement in the 1950s and 1960s
holding nonviolent marches
legal challenges through the courts
boycotts
Which statement most likely comes from a voter who is informed
i know who is running for the senate in my state
i try to read a variety of news sources
i read the local newspaper every day to learn about important
issues
Which of the following is a cause of voter apathy in the US
people feel like their voters won't make a difference
Which of the following is an example of an interest group
people for the ethical treatment of animals
the national association for the advancement of colored
people
Which task do volunteers for a political campaign usually do
print posters and campaign materials
Why might citizens choose to join a political party
they can be part of a community of like- minded citizens
Which situation would most likely result from citizens engaging in civic participation
citizens have more say in political change
citizens make a difference in public policy
Which action is a legal as well as an ethical obligation of American citizens
serving on a jury
serving in the military if drafted
How does civic participation primarily influence the political process in the United States
It makes the political process more democratic by having citizens voice their concerns.
What is The principle that state governments and the federal government work together to develop national policies is known as .
Which is a common political advocacy strategy
Boycotting government services
Which statement represents the conclusion of psychologists who testified in the Supreme Court case Brown v. Board of Education
racial segregation affects children's self-image