Political Parties
Name the two main political parties in our political system
Democrat & republican
This process determines who will represent a political party in an election.
nomination process
The collective attitudes of citizens about political issues and leaders.
public opinion
This term describes a consistent set of beliefs about government and society.
political ideology
In baseball, how many strikes make a strikeout?
3
This organization seeks to gain political power by electing members to office.
political party
When someone votes only for candidates from one party on a ballot, it’s called this.
straight-ticket voting
Government actions designed to address public issues.
public policy
A range of political beliefs from liberal to conservative.
political spectrum
What is the term for scoring three goals in a single hockey game?
A hat trick
This event is where a party officially nominates its candidate for president.
national convention
When voters select candidates from different parties on the same ballot, it’s called this.
split-ticket voting
This process explains how people develop political beliefs over time.
political socialization
The left side of the spectrum is typically this ideology.
liberal
Which basketball player is known as the black mamba
Kobe Bryant
This is the official statement of a party’s goals and beliefs.
party platform
A smaller political group that challenges the major parties is known as this.
third party
News organizations, TV, radio, and social media are examples of this.
mass media
The right side of the spectrum is typically this ideology.
conservative
a birdie indicates what score on a hole of golf
-1
This term describes institutions that connect citizens to the government, such as parties, media, and interest groups.
linkage institution
The difference between the predicted and actual poll results.
sampling error
This refers to slant or favoritism shown by the media.
bias in the media
People who support government programs for equality and social progress are usually part of this party.
liberals (Democrats)
What is the maximum score possible in a single frame of bowling?
30