Basics of Political Behavior
A group of citizens who agree on major issues facing the nation.
Political Party
This party would most likely be against gun control.
What is the Republican Party
This is the organization that handles Election spending
FEC (Federal Election Commission)
This is referring to the sources of our news and information about current events.
The Media
Which country is Peppa Pig from?
United Kingdom
Name 2 reasons why Americans don't vote
Too busy, age, apathy and registration requirements
True or false: An individual may give an unlimited amout of money to a candidate runnign for office
False. $2,900 is the limit
A preference or inclination, especially one that inhibits impartial judgment
Bias
If you tipped 20% on a $15 bill, how much would tip be?
$3
Holds beliefs that fall between liberal and conservative views, usually including some of each
Moderate/Centrist
This party is okay with merit-based immigration, but not with illegal immigration
Republican
A committee that raises and spends money to elect or defeat candidates; restricted in how much can be used to support specific candidates.
PAC (Political Action Committee)
What’s the diameter of a basketball hoop in inches?
18"
Any party other than one of the two major parties
Third party/minor party
The focus of this minor party's policies is the environment
Green Party
What is the difference between a PAC and a Super PAC?
Super PAC is not FEC regulated/unlimited amount of contribution
Name a news organization that tends to lean conservative and one that tends to lean progressive (label them)
Right: Fox news, Breitbart
Left: CNN, NPR, MSNBC
How many people have walked on the moon?
12
Explain the difference between soft and hard money
Hard money is given directly to a candidate, soft money is given to party organizations for voting-related activity.
Name at least 2 things to look for to judge the credibility of a news story
Balance, Context, Loaded words, Images & headlines
What is Ms. Macias' dog's name?
Kobe