gov example #38120

21 March 2023
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Even though it is not a requirement, many American men volunteer for the Peace Corps. pay local, state, and federal taxes. register for the draft at a certain age. respond to summons to serve on juries.
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volunteer for the Peace Corps
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Which of these is a negative impact of lobbying? It makes businesses too transparent. It favors groups over the individual. It enables outsiders to influence lawmakers. It offers advantages to those with money.
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It offers advantages to those with money.
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________ best help the media and candidates better understand where voters stand, especially during election campaigns.
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Polls
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Political advertisements are considered most effective among ____________ voters.
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undecided
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Based on the information in the chart, if the Independents in the Senate chose to vote with the Republicans in the Senate, the Republicans would be able to pursue their legislative agenda. lack sufficient votes to pass a law. be force to agree with a different agenda. acquire additional power to pass a law.
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lack sufficient votes to pass a law
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Which of these best describes an interest group? a group formed to support political campaigns financially a group that meets with lawmakers to influence legislation a group formed to influence government policy a group driven by the political interests of the community
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a group formed to influence government policy
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In addition to a primary, political parties can nominate candidates for general election through a petition or a vote of party leaders. caucus or a convention. signature drive or a public rally. referendum or a ballot initiative.
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caucus or a convention
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Local organizations are organized by precincts, counties, and ________
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wards
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How is the Democratic Party similar in beliefs to the Federalists? Both strongly opposed slavery. Both were formed because of a dispute. Both supported a strong central government. Both were organized on federal and state levels.
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both supported a strong central government
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On whose behalf do most lobbyists work? Select all that apply. political action committees (PACs) the president businesses interest groups unions individuals
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political action committees (PACs) businesses interest groups unions
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Which correctly describes the current gender gap in voter turnout? the difference between those who register to vote, but do not cast ballots the number of young people who register to vote the difference in voting choices by men and by women the percentage of women who choose to vote
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the difference in voting choices by men and by women
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Which best describes how political action committees (PACs) enhance the power of individuals? PACs enable individuals to donate unlimited amounts of money to campaigns. PACs ensure that the voice of the individual is heard. PACs facilitate individuals' access to politicians. PACs combine individuals' donations into significant contributions.
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PACs combine individuals' donations into significant contributions.
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Which best describes how the media influence the development of policy? It keeps lawmakers apprised of what is happening throughout the government. It informs the public, who can then convey their opinions to policymakers. It presents opinions and ideas that inspire policymakers. It facilitates informed communication between different parts of the government.
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It informs the public, who can then convey their opinions to policymakers.