SS.7.C.2.8 VOCAB
SS.7.C.2.9 VOCAB
SS.7.C.2.8
SS.7.C.2.9
RANDOM
100
People should own and control all businesses through democratically controlled public agencies (these are agencies that are created based on the people’s choice/election) or other groups
Socialist Party
100
a document stating the goals and principles of a political party or political candidate
platform
100
Which is a constitutional requirement to run for Congress?
A-U.S. permanent resident
B-at least 25 years old
C-at least 30 years old
D-U.S. citizen
U.S. citizen
Correct-The U.S. Constitution requires that only citizens may hold public office. However, there are differences in the minimum age requirement to serve in either the House of Representatives (25 years) or the Senate (30 years).
100
Which is a constitutional requirement to run for Congress?
A
U.S. permanent resident
B
at least 25 years old
C
at least 30 years old
D
U.S. citizen
D
U.S. citizen
Correct-The U.S. Constitution requires that only citizens may hold public office. However, there are differences in the minimum age requirement to serve in either the House of Representatives (25 years) or the Senate (30 years).
100
At least 30 years old
Must have resided in the state of Florida for at least the preceding seven years
Florida Governor
200
The federal government should control all production and supply of goods. The workers should control their own lives and destinies
Communist Party
200
the traits and accomplishments that fit a person for some function or office
qualification
200
The newspaper headline below describes a government process.
"Richard Wins Election Against All Odds"
Why might this have been a difficult election for Richards to win?
A
Richards is a homeowner.
B
Richards is a party leader.
C
Richards has less political experience than his opponent.
D
Richards has less employment experience than his opponent.
Richards has less political experience than his opponent.
Correct-Prior political experience is very often, though not always, a key characteristic that voters look for when choosing a candidate.
200
After serving as a U.S. Senator, Laura decided to run for governor of Florida. Liz, Laura’s opponent, claims in court that Laura is not qualified to run. A judge rules in Liz’s favor. What was the basis for the lawsuit?
A
Laura has never owned land in Florida.
B
Laura is not a Florida resident.
C
Laura is not yet 40 years old.
D
Laura has never voted.
B
Laura is not a Florida resident.
Correct-The question does not give any information as to where Laura lives, but the judge ruled she was not qualified. Candidates for governor in Florida must have resided in Florida for at least seven years, so this suggests she has not met that requirement.
200
At least 30 years old
Citizen of the U.S. for at least 9 years
Must reside in the state they wish to represent at the time of election
US SENATOR
300
The federal government should take a more active role in people’s lives, especially those in need. Support raising taxes and government spending to pay for social programs
Democratic Party
300
a person running for political office
candidate
300
The poster below is from a recent election.
Doug is pro-immigration!
Doug is pro-military!
Vote for Doug
Based on the poster, what conclusion can be drawn about the candidate?
A
Doug is running for judge.
B
Doug is running for mayor.
C
Doug is running for president.
D
Doug is running for city council.
Doug is running for president.
Correct-Presidents are national level elected officials. Immigration and military issues are delegated to the federal government. Candidates for national office focus on national-level issues including immigration and the military.
300
The political campaign posters below are for two candidates running for the U.S. Senate
According to the information on the posters, which individual would more likely vote for Aleksi Alho?
A. A voter concerned about leadership experience
B. A voter concerned about women’s rights
C. A voter concerned about protecting the rights of the accused
D. A voter concerned about rising unemployment in the state
D. A voter concerned about rising unemployment in the state
A voter concerned about rising unemployment would more likely vote for Aleksi Alho. Aleski’s poster shows he is campaigning on the platform of reducing unemployment by bringing jobs back to the state.
300
At least 25 years old
Citizen of the U.S. for at least 7 years
Must reside in the state they wish to represent at the time of election
United States House of Representatives
400
The only purpose of the federal government is to protect freedom; this party believes in individual freedom.
Libertarian Party
400
a position for which a candidate is elected to hold
political office
400
How do modern Democrats and Republicans view taxation?
A. Democrats tend to favor tax increases to support new social programs more than Republicans.
B. Republicans tend to favor tax increases to support new social programs more than Democrats.
C. Democrats tend to favor tax decreases, while Republicans tend to favor keeping tax rates the same.
D. Republicans tend to favor tax increases, while Democrats tend to favor keeping tax rates the same.
A. Democrats tend to favor tax increases to support new social programs more than Republicans.
In general, members of the Democratic Party are more likely to see ensuring the people’s wellbeing as a responsibility of the government. They are more also likely to create new government programs, which may require increased taxes to pay for them. Republicans generally believe that it is the people’s own responsibility to ensure their well-being. They tend to limit government programs and taxes.
400
The political campaign posters below are for two candidates running for the U.S. Senate 
A. Her business experience
B. Her educational experience
C. Her political experience
D. Her lobbyist experience
C. Her political experience
According to the information on the posters, Petra could be considered more qualified than Aleksi because she has more political experience. Petra served two-terms as a mayor and was the president of the U.S. Conference of Mayors. Aleksi has severed as a member of the state economic advisory board, but does not have experience as an elected official.
400
At least 35 years old
Natural born citizen of the United States
Must have been a resident of the U.S. for 14 years
President of the United States
500
The federal government should take a less active role in people’s lives and that individuals can take care of themselves without government help. They sometimes support lowering taxes and government spending.
Republican party
500
something necessary per the Constitution
Constitutional Requirements
500
In the modern political system, which issue represents a basic disagreement between Republicans and Democrats?
A. the responsibilities of government
B. the frequency of national elections
C. the legality of the U.S. Constitution
D. the support for the U.S. military soldier
A. the responsibilities of government
500
How old must you be to serve as a Florida Senator or House of Representative?
21
500
At least 21 years old
Elector (voter) and resident of the district from which they are elected
Resided in the state for a period of 2 years prior to election
Florida Senate/ Florida House of Representatives