Question 1

How can the Internet help an issue-oriented campaign?&#10;A)It is easy for voters to join larger movements.&#10;B)Advertising is free.&#10;C)Viral marketing allows information to be spread quickly.&#10;D)All of the above.

Accepted Answer

The Internet can help an issue-oriented campaign in several ways. It is easy for voters to join larger movements, as they can connect with like-minded individuals and organizations online. Additionally, viral marketing allows information to be spread quickly and easily, which can help to raise awareness of the campaign and its goals.

Question 2

Which of the following is an end-game strategy?&#10;A)Deciding on an advertising campaign.&#10;B)Engaging opponents in public debate.&#10;C)Making sure that supporters will turn out to vote.&#10;D)Strengthening outreach to new voters and new areas.

Accepted Answer

Making sure that supporters will turn out to vote is an end-game strategy because the final objective of any political campaign is to win the election, and this can only be achieved by getting supporters to actually vote on election day. The other options listed are important during the entire course of the campaign, but they do not specifically address the final goal of winning the election.

Question 3

Candidates' odds of winning increase when:&#10;A)The candidate is an incumbent.&#10;B)The candidate shares the voters' ideological preferences.&#10;C)The candidate is able to raise significant resources.&#10;D)All of these choices.

Accepted Answer

All three factors mentioned - incumbency, ideological alignment, and fundraising ability - have been shown to increase a candidate's odds of winning elections. Incumbents typically have higher name recognition and access to resources and networks that challengers may not. Ideological alignment can help a candidate appeal to like-minded voters and gain their support. Fundraising ability is important for a candidate's ability to run effective campaigns, including advertising, polling, and get-out-the-vote efforts.

Question 4

Candidates who make personal contact with voters are using:&#10;A)A one-on-one strategy.&#10;B)A power strategy.&#10;C)A media strategy.&#10;D)An oppositional strategy.

Accepted Answer

Candidates who make personal contact with voters are using a one-on-one strategy. This usually involves direct interaction between the candidate and the voter, such as door-to-door canvassing, telephone outreach, or attending community events. This approach allows candidates to build personal relationships with voters and address their concerns in a more individualized manner.

Question 5

What is a PAC?&#10;A)Political Action Coalition.&#10;B)Political Action Committee.&#10;C)Public Action Committee.&#10;D)Politically Active Candidate.

Accepted Answer

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Question 6

In order for policy advocates to achieve policy victories,they must work together with:&#10;A)Legislators,heads of government and public administrators.&#10;B)The general public.&#10;C)Private groups and agencies.&#10;D)Social workers.

Accepted Answer

Policy advocates cannot achieve policy victories alone. They must work together with legislators, heads of government, and public administrators who have the power to make decisions about policy implementation. These individuals can provide valuable insight into the political and administrative processes that are necessary to enact changes. Collaborating with these key players can help policy advocates to craft proposals that are feasible, effective, and acceptable to those who are responsible for implementing them. Working with a variety of stakeholders can also help to build support for the proposed policy changes, increasing the chances of achieving a successful outcome.

Question 7

Using the media is important to:&#10;A)Allow candidates to clarify their views.&#10;B)Build grassroots momentum.&#10;C)Meet people one-on-one.&#10;D)Increase name recognition among voters.

Accepted Answer

Using the media is an effective way for candidates to increase their name recognition among voters. Through interviews, debates, and advertisements, candidates can be exposed to a larger audience and increase their visibility. This can be especially important for lesser-known candidates who are trying to gain traction in their campaigns. While using the media can also be helpful for allowing candidates to clarify their views, building grassroots momentum, and meeting people one-on-one, these are not the primary benefits of using the media.

Question 8

Democrats are:&#10;A)More likely than Republicans to come from urban districts.&#10;B)More likely than Republicans to come from rural areas.&#10;C)Less likely than Republicans to come from the east and west coasts of the U.S.&#10;D)Less likely than Republicans to come from inner city areas.

Accepted Answer

Democrats are more likely than Republicans to come from urban districts, as urban areas tend to have more liberal voters and more Democratic representation.

Question 9

Transformational elections are those in which:&#10;A)Numerous propositions are placed on the ballot.&#10;B)One party wins by a landslide.&#10;C)One party's dominance is challenged.&#10;D)Major social reform legislation is won.

Accepted Answer

Transformational elections are those that challenge one party's dominance, leading to a shift in political power and potentially major policy and societal changes. This can occur even if the winning party doesn't win by a large margin. The other options listed do not necessarily indicate a transformational election.

Question 10

Campaign organizations are unlike other organizations because:&#10;A)They are focused on the goals of one individual.&#10;B)They are issue-driven.&#10;C)They focus on the needs of vulnerable populations.&#10;D)They are time-limited and have a single purpose.

Accepted Answer

Campaign organizations are usually formed for a specific election or advocacy campaign and have a singular purpose. Once the campaign is over or the goal has been achieved, the organization dissolves. They are not focused on the goals of one individual but rather on an issue or cause. They may or may not focus on vulnerable populations depending on the specific campaign or issue at hand.

Question 11

As a volunteer for a political campaign,a policy advocate can:&#10;A)Distribute leaflets.&#10;B)Campaign for and against propositions.&#10;C)Build grassroots support for issues.&#10;D)All of the above.

Accepted Answer

The answer of As a volunteer for a political campaign,a...

Question 12

Which of the following elections has the greatest impact on social policy?&#10;A)Presidential.&#10;B)Congressional.&#10;C)State.&#10;D)Local.

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The answer of Which of the following elections has the...

Question 13

In a two-party system,the party that wins a majority in a state or federal legislative chamber:&#10;A)Has no advantage.&#10;B)Has extraordinary power.&#10;C)Usually sides with the President.&#10;D)Cannot control both the House and the Senate.

Accepted Answer

The answer of In a two-party system,the party that wins...

Question 14

At the start of a campaign,it is important for a candidate to:&#10;A)Ignore data from previous elections.&#10;B)Declare which issues are important to them.&#10;C)Carefully analyze who the voters are in their district.&#10;D)Intimidate the opposition.

Accepted Answer

The answer of At the start of a campaign,it is...

Question 15

Raising funds,recruiting volunteers,and seeking endorsements are all a part of:&#10;A)Campaign strategy.&#10;B)Campaign analysis.&#10;C)Position development.&#10;D)Setting campaign priorities.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Raising funds,recruiting volunteers,and seeking endorsements are all...

Question 16

Candidates with more resources:&#10;A)Have an advantage in most elections.&#10;B)Are often considered unethical.&#10;C)Are usually the incumbent.&#10;D)Are virtually certain to win.

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The answer of Candidates with more resources:&#10;A)Have an advantage in...

Question 17

What is the purpose of campaign promises?&#10;A)So that opponents know what positions to attack.&#10;B)To give the voters a sense that the candidate will deliver results.&#10;C)To provide positive sound bites to the media.&#10;D)To elicit sympathy from voters.

Accepted Answer

The answer of What is the purpose of campaign promises?&#10;A)So...

Question 18

Which of the following is NOT a criteria for endorsement by NASW PACE?&#10;A)Relationship to the social work community.&#10;B)Whether the candidate comes from an underrepresented group.&#10;C)If the candidate has held a leadership position before.&#10;D)If the campaign is viable,both financially and because it is well recognized.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following is NOT a...

Question 19

Issue oriented campaigns:&#10;A)Are shaped by specific propositions on the ballot.&#10;B)Are driven by the candidate's personal agenda.&#10;C)Are focused on the needs of vulnerable populations.&#10;D)Are not effective in winning elections.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Issue oriented campaigns:&#10;A)Are shaped by specific propositions...

Question 20

Which of the following is not a use of population profiles?&#10;A)Convincing voters to get out on Election Day.&#10;B)Pinpointing the opponents' areas of strength and vulnerability.&#10;C)Directing candidates where to channel their resources.&#10;D)Estimating whether the election is likely to be closely contended,a landslide,or somewhere in between.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following is not a...

Deck 12: Engaging in Ballot-Based Policy Advocacy