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A person is born a US citizen if he or she has parents who

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currently reside outside the United States but are American citizens.

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To volunteer for community service, US citizens can

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serve at homeless shelters.

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What is the first step in selecting US citizens to serve as members of a jury?

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The names of possible jurors are chosen at random.

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Young American men must register with the Selective Service System when they reach the age of

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eighteen.

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The naturalization process involves several steps including

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taking and passing a two-part test.

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American citizens must pay federal taxes including

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income and payroll taxes.

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What is an example of a civil service job?

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police officer

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What do naturalized US citizens swear to do for their new country? Check all that apply.

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They will serve in the military when required. They will support and defend the US Constitution. They will show allegiance to the nation's laws.

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In the United States, potential jury members are notified of their duty by

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a summons.

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In the United States, the responsibility of voting includes

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registering at or after the age of eighteen.

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Which is at the top of the political party organization?

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The National party

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What is the purpose of a political party's platform?

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to state the goals of the party and its position on issues

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Political parties are important in the US Congress, because party affiliation

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shapes the debate and controls legislative agenda.

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Third parties play a significant role in the election process because they advocate

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reform.

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The political party in the twentieth century that generally opposed government expansion to solve social problems is the Party

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Republican

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Why are volunteers placed at the base of the political party organizational pyramid?

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They perform the most essential tasks.

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According to the Federal Election Commission, what is one action that a national party committee must perform?

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hold a national convention

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The Democratic-Republican Party was based on the idea that the central government of a country should be

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limited.

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In a closed primary, who selects a political party's nominees for office?

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only party members

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Look at this graph, showing funding for campaigns for election to the House of Representatives, 2011-2012. What is the most logical conclusion that can be drawn from this graph?

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Both parties are dependent on raising huge sums of money to fund their House campaigns.

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Which of these arguments might be used by someone who supports strict campaign finance laws?

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Corporations and labor unions have too much power.

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Which of these is the best reason to explain why candidates for office hire campaign staff to run their campaigns?

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Campaigns are complex undertakings, and candidates must hire staff members to manage specific activities.

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The main purpose of a political campaign is either to get an issue passed or

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a candidate elected.

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Which of these best describes a role of the federal government in the election process?

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passing campaign-finance laws

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A meeting of party members to choose a nominee through debate is called a

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caucus.

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The role of a campaign manager is to

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oversee a campaign organization.

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Which statements apply to the financing of a political campaign and the laws controlling it? Select all that apply.

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Individual donors can contribute up to a set amount and no more. Campaigns are financed by public and private donations. Finance laws require that donors and the amounts given be identified.

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Before people can take part in an election in the United States, they must

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register with their states to vote.

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What are voters required to do? Check all that apply.

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provide proof of residency fill out a form register before a given deadline

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Look at the bar graph. Which would be the best title for this graph?

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Voter Turnout by Income Group, 2008

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Look at the bar graph. Which would be the best title for this graph?

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Voter Turnout, 2006-2012

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What happens when voters are out of state on Election Day?

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They must vote using an absentee ballot.

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In which ways can voters cast ballots? Check all that apply.

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in person online by absentee ballot by mail

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Why do political parties most often try to gerrymander voting districts?

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to gain a political advantage

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Which best describes what happens to voting districts every ten years?

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They are reapportioned based on information in the census.

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Voters cast ballots in great numbers in a year when there is an election for of the United States.

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President

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Look at the bar graph. What is the most accurate conclusion someone can draw from this graph?

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Older women vote in higher percentages than younger men.

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Which best describes what social interest groups generally promote?

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causes and values

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Do lobbyists exert influence among all three branches of government? Why or why not?

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Yes, they advise on rules and legislation and file briefs with the courts.

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Which of these is considered a benefit of lobbying?

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It facilitates communication between the public and lawmakers.

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Powerful and influential groups called committees have arisen to finance political campaigns, mostly on a national level.

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political action

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Which best describes what economic interest groups generally support?

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business interests

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Which best describes why building alliances is a key strategy for lobbyists?

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Building alliances places more pressure on lawmakers.

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Which best describes the work done by lobbyists?

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They apply pressure on lawmakers to pass laws that are favorable to clients.

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How does lobbying benefit the government?

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Lobbying helps educate and inform lawmakers.

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How does lobbying negatively affect government?

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Lobbying creates opportunities for corruption.

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If super political action committees (PACs) cannot donate directly to political campaigns, how do they best support the campaigns?

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They run independent campaigns in support of candidates.

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Why is media coverage of elections important?

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It is the only information source that most people have.

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For what purposes do politicians generally use the Internet? Select all that apply.

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to generate donations to organize supporters to solicit support

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Which of these best describes what the media generally facilitate for the public?

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the ability to hear discussions on laws and the lawmaking process

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Do news entities provide only the facts? Why or why not?

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No, news entities offer opinions, debate, and interpretations of events.

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When policymakers use the media to deliver specific messages to citizens, what are policymakers trying to do?

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promote policies

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Which of these does the media allow the public to do?

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stay informed about current and proposed laws

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The is the name of the publication produced by the government that covers debates occurring in Congress.

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Congressional Record

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In covering policy and the lawmaking process, what do the media help provide to the public?

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transparency

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Ultimately, what do politicians use media to accomplish?

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to sell themselves and their messages

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The media aim to make the public

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aware of the issues.

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How is the Democratic Party similar in beliefs to the Federalists?

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Both supported a strong central government.

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How has the Internet revolutionized political campaigns?

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It has enabled immediate communication between candidates and supporters.

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Local organizations are organized by precincts, counties, and

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wards.

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Which of these best describes an interest group?

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a group formed to influence government policy

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How is citizenship achieved in the United States? Check all that apply.

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citizenship by birth citizenship by naturalization

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Which of these is a negative impact of lobbying?

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It offers advantages to those with money.

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Which best describes how political action committees (PACs) enhance the power of individuals?

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PACs combine individuals' donations into significant contributions.

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On whose behalf do most lobbyists work? Select all that apply.

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political action committees (PACs) businesses interest groups unions

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What is one way in which parties demonstrate commitment to a platform?

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by encouraging and participating in debates over differing ideologies

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Even though it is not a requirement, many American men

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volunteer for the Peace Corps.

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The chart shows the 112th U.S. Congress (2011-2012). Based on the information in the chart, if the Independents in the Senate chose to vote with the Republicans in the Senate, the Republicans would

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lack sufficient votes to pass a law.

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In a direct primary, voters are

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voting for a nominee themselves, not through a delegate.

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Political advertisements are considered most effective among voters.

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undecided

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best help the media and candidates better understand where voters stand, especially during election campaigns.

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Polls

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