civics quiz

What is a Party Platform?

A set of beliefs, principles, and policy positions that a political party adopts.

What demographic groups are typically associated with the Democratic Party?

Younger voters, racial and ethnic minorities, urban residents, and college educated individuals.

What demographic is primarily associated with the Republican Party?

Older voters, white individuals, rural residents.

What is Election Monitoring?

Manual recounts, audits, and statistical analysis to ensure accuracy.

How do Interest Groups Influence Policy?

By engaging politicians, media, lobbying, and donating to campaigns.

What are some Barriers to Political Involvement?

Voting restrictions, intimidation, and lack of support.

What methods have been used to restrict voting?

Poll taxes, literacy tests, and grandfather clauses.

What was the Voting Rights Act of 1965?

It outlawed discriminatory voting practices and authorized federal oversight of elections in areas with a history of discrimination.

What influences voter decisions?

Party identification, candidate characteristics, and issue positions.

What is Propaganda?

Biased or misleading information used to promote a political cause or point of view.

What are the Eligibility Requirements to Vote in the U.S.?

Being a U.S. citizen, meeting the state's residency requirements, and being at least 18 years old by the date of the election.

What is the Most Important Goal of Foreign Policy?

Protect a nation's interests.

What does Isolationism mean?

Avoiding foreign conflicts.

What does Internationalism refer to?

Global engagement.

What is a Direct Impact of OPEC?

Influence on global oil prices.

What are NGOs?

Private and independent organizations.

What are IGOs?

Composed of multiple countries.

What is the Role and Mission of International NGOs?

Address various global issues such as human rights, humanitarian aid, poverty alleviation, and medical care.