Functions of Parties
Campaign Finance
Voter Registration
Party Platforms
Media
100

Why is it important to recruit and nominate candidates? 

So that we can have a face for the political party. This helps for a party to win and to be in office. 

100

Is running for office expensive? What is the consequence of this? 

Yes, it gives citizens limited opportunities to run if they don't have the money. 

100

Voter participation is usually highest in what election?

Presidential 

100

What are the two major political parties? 

Democratic and Republican Party
100

What is an endorsement? 

 the act of saying that you approve of or support something or someone

200

Why do we have to govern the people? 

To ensure safety and regulation. 

200

What is Campaign Finance Reform? 

Laws created to help alleviate the repercussions of the high costs when it comes to running for office. 

200

What factors predict which citizens will vote?

Age

Income

Education

200

What is the difference between political parties? 

Each party has different views according to their platform

200

What is the name of misinformation that mass media shows to get people to side a certain way? 

Propaganda

300
How do third parties effect campaigns?

Introduce new ideas and/or press for a particular issue

Often take votes away from the two-major parties

300

Why is important for voters evaluate information presented in political campaigns?

To ensure that they are getting information that can make a correct and informed decision. 

300

What are the three qualifications to vote in Virginia? 

To be 18 or older

To be a Virginia resident

To be a United States Citizen

300

What is the Winner-Takes-All system? 

Under the winner-take-all system, the presidential candidate who wins the most popular votes within a State wins all of that State's Electors.

300

What are 5 examples of mass media? 

Social media

Newspaper articles

Radio commercials

Bill Boards

TV or Youtube Advertisements 

400

What does it mean for a political party to act as a watchdog? 

To monitor the actions of the political party in office. 

400

What is the difference between a PAC and a SUPER PAC?

PACs are legally allowed to coordinate their activity with the candidates campaign, but the amount of money they received and spend is regulated. Super PACs are a fund raising organization that can raise and spend unlimited amounts of money from individuals, corporations, and unions.

400

Why do citizens fail to vote?

Lack of interest

Failure to Register

Too busy

Belief that vote doesn't count

400

What is the difference between a Primary Election and a General Election? 

A primary election will determine the candidates from each political party to run for office. A general election is by the people to determine a winner. 

400

What does S.I.D.E. stand for? 

Separate fact from opinion

Identify propaganda

Detect Bias

Evaluate sources