Question 1

How can Americans participate in the political system outside of voting in an election? What is the most likely impact these methods of involvement have on the individuals' efficacy, that is, the belief that they can make a difference in the political system?

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Question 2

Why are older, better-educated Americans more likely to vote than younger Americans who have less education?

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Question 3

What is party identification? How do parties utilize party identification when it comes to elections?

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Question 4

Compare and contrast the three main forms of protest used to influence American politics.

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Question 5

The text mentions three main factors that contribute to the two-party system in the United States: the Electoral College, the winner-take-all election process for members of Congress, and existing campaign finance laws and regulations. Which of these three factors do you believe is contributing the most to the two-party system in the United States? Is that a good or a bad thing, in your opinion? Be sure to explain your answers using what you have learned from the text.

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Question 6

The text mentions several important functions that local party organizations have during elections. Consider your own locale. What notable measures did local party organizations affiliated with your school, town, or city take during a recent election? In your opinion, were these measures helpful? Why or why not?

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Question 7

How does voter turnout in the United States compare to voter turnout in other democracies? If you were in charge of changing the voting system in America, which changes would you implement to help increase voter turnout?

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Question 8

What role do the states play in the election of federal government officials? How has this role impacted voter franchise historically? Which measures were passed to restrict certain behaviors of states regarding voting rights?

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Question 9

What is the significance of the Nineteenth Amendment? How do you feel the ratification of the Nineteenth Amendment has changed American politics and society?

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Question 10

Explain the four main functions of political parties in American politics in the context of a recent presidential election. Be sure to include an example or examples of how the Democratic and/or Republican parties performed those functions.

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Question 11

How do voter registration laws impact voter enfranchisement in America? The issue of restrictive voter registration laws and processes has been a topic of concern for many, especially during elections. Do you believe voter registration laws and processes must be reformed? If so, please explain why and how. If not, explain why voter registration is fine as it is.

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Question 12

What does it mean for a party to contest an election? How important is that function for a political party? Why?

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Question 13

How do state and local party organizations contribute to a candidate's campaign, and how important are these functions to candidates' overall success?

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Question 14

Evaluate the success of third parties in the United States throughout history. Discuss the difficulties such parties face in the American political system, as well as instances in which a third party was able to influence an election.

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Question 15

Briefly describe the idea of a critical election and define realignment and dealignment. Give an example of a critical election and explain what made that election a critical election. Did it result in realignment or dealignment?

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Question 16

What is the national party organization? Explain the main actors within the national party organization and its primary functions.

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Question 17

In today's society, many individuals in younger generations have strong opinions and beliefs regarding certain political and social issues, and they are often vocal about those positions. Choose one recent protest or movement you are familiar with. Briefly discuss the protest or movement's objectives, state which of the three types of protest it can be classified as, and evaluate its effectiveness.

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Question 18

Briefly explain the four main factors discussed in the text that cause someone to cast a ballot on Election Day. Suppose an election is coming up. Which factor do you believe would likely influence you the most to go cast a ballot? Why?

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Question 19

How does the process for electing members of Congress in America differ from the process used by other democratic nations? How does the process in the United States favor the two-party system? In your opinion, which process is best? Explain why.

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Question 20

Explain the circumstances that led to the emergence of the first political parties in the United States during the late 1700s and what each party believed about the scope and size of the federal government.

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Quiz 13: Political Parties and Voting