National Security policies are defined by ________ in response to current events, changes in leadership and the needs of the nation. the President Congress amending the Constitution the Department of Defense

Which body of the federal government implements national security policies? Senate Supreme Court Department of State House of Representatives

Which body of the federal government implements national security policies? O Senate O Supreme Court O Department of State O House of Representatives

Which two statements about Queen Victoria are correct? A Her reign is the longest in British history. B She reigned for 63 years. C Her mother was her main advisor. D She became queen when she was 18 years old.

A new presidential administration takes office, after having made campaign promises to support entitlement programs. One suggestion the new president is most likely to make in the budget proposal is to increase military spending. raise income taxes on all people in ...

According to the U.S. Department of Labor, the job outlook for environmental scientists is expected to grow at a faster pace than other careers. Why? A) The government is less interested in protecting the environment. B) The public is becoming ...

Based on this graph, which percentage of poll respondents were Democrats in November 2012? 25 percent 30 percent 35 percent 40 percent

The most significant way Third Parties can directly influence a presidential election is by drawing votes away from major party candidates. establishing a national platform. appointing a chairperson for the party. sponsoring national fundraising events.

How did the Republican Party form? The party evolved from the Democratic-Republicans. The party formed by combining several antislavery factions. The party combined several parties that supported strong centralized rule. The party developed because of a disagreement about the role ...

How did the Republican Party form? The party evolved from the Democratic-Republicans. The party formed by combining several antislavery factions. The party combined several parties that supported strong centralized rule. The party developed because of a disagreement about the role ...

Liberalism could best be described as a political ideology that assumes government exists in order to improve society. is the extreme right wing. prefers to limit government. values individual freedom over government involvement.

What beliefs are held by most right-wing voters? Select three correct options. Federal regulation can protect the environment and citizens from corporate greed. The government needs to have a broad role within society. The nation requires a powerful military to ...

What is the primary goal of political parties in televised presidential debates? o to prove which party is best o to present potential candidates o to establish bipartisan agreements o to explain party platforms to voters

Which interest group is an example of an ideological interest group? Animal Defense League Save the Children Action Network Senate Conservatives Fund American Federation of Teachers

Which best describes how the information lobbyists provide to lawmakers is significant? Lobbyists are allowed to provide false information to undermine opponents. Lobbyists have access to information that may not be available to others, even politicians. Lobbyists offer precise information ...

One factor that can influence one’s political ideology is a person’s – preferred candidate. – ethnic heritage. – voting record. – political party.

The most influential and powerful members of a political party are most likely found O in party precincts. O at the state party level. O among party volunteers. O inside the national party.

Which group is at the bottom of a political party’s organizational structure and is most likely to be working within communities to reach voters and perform essential tasks? volunteers local county organizations state parties national parties

The chart compares prospective voter support leading up to the 2012 presidential election. Voter Support By Gender, October 2012 Gender Percent supporting Obama Percent supporting Romney Men 42% 52% Women 52% 43%

On whose behalf do most lobbyists work? Choose four answers. political action committees (PACs) the president businesses interest groups unions individuals

Look at the bar graph, which shows the race for the Republican presidential nomination in 2012. Which of these statements best describes the information presented by the graph? Romney had more success in states with caucuses, not primaries. Paul, Gingrich, ...

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 o be able to pursue their legislative agenda. o lack sufficient votes to pass a ...

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.

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 ...

In a direct primary, voters select a nominee through a delegate debate as a group to nominate a candidate vote for a nominee themselves, not through a delegate vote for their candidate of choice in the general election

In addition to a primary, political parties can nominate candidates for general election through a o petition or a vote of party leaders. o caucus or a convention. o signature drive or a public rally. o referendum or a ballot ...

This chart demonstrates that A) more highly religious people supported the Republican candidate, while more nonreligious people supported the Democratic candidate. B) more moderately religious people supported the Republican candidate, while more nonreligious people supported the Democratic candidate. C) more ...

What is one way that parties promote their platforms? They ask voters for monetary contributions to a campaign fund. They purchase media advertisements to attack the character of opposing candidates. They make sure that all eligible voters in an area ...

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 ...

A lobbyist’s job includes o researching and understanding issues being considered by lawmakers. o practicing law and defending clients in court. o registering with the government and getting a specialized license. o making political connections and giving gifts to lawmakers in ...

Which interest group is an example of a public interest group? the Tobacco Institute League of United Latin American Citizens the American Medical Association the Motion Picture Association of America

How does lobbying negatively affect government? O Lobbyists can provide information on issues to the public. O Lobbyists control the information that lawmakers receive. O Lobbyists overload lawmakers with biased information. O Lobbying creates opportunities for corruption.

If super political action committees (PACs) cannot donate directly to political campaigns, how do they best support the campaigns? They run negative campaigns against opponents. They pay for goods and services that can be donated. They run independent campaigns in ...

Which interest group is an example of an ideological interest group? Animal Defense League Save the Children Action Network Senate Conservatives Fund American Federation of Teachers

What conclusion can best be drawn from the information in the table? O More states offered same-day registration than states that did not. O States with same-day registration had a higher voter turnout than states without same-day registration. O More voters ...

What is the best conclusion that someone can draw about the youth vote in recent presidential elections? O The same number of youth voted in 2008 as in 2012. O Most young voters favor Republican candidates. O Most young voters ...

Which best describes what happens to voting districts every ten years? They are reapportioned based on political party affiliation. They are reapportioned based on information in the census. They are reapportioned to give the federal government more power. They are ...

What information is missing from the table that could help someone draw the most accurate conclusion about voter turnout in primaries and general elections? o the year in which this election took place o the candidates running for President o ...

Why do political parties most often try to gerrymander voting districts? to gain a political advantage to ensure an equal chance for all candidates to prove they deserve the voters’ support to keep each voting district the same shape

Look at the bar graph. Which would be the best title for this graph? O The Race for President, 2008 O Voter Turnout, 2008-2012 O Percentage of Voting, 2008-2012 O Voter Turnout by Income Group, 2008

Based on the graph, which statements are correct? Check all that apply. – Voters age 55–64 were more likely to use nontraditional voting methods than people age 45–54. – Voters age 65 and older were more likely to use nontraditional ...

Based on the graph, which statements are correct? Check all that apply. – Voters age 55-64 were more likely to use nontraditional voting methods than people age 45-54. – Voters age 65 and older were more likely to use nontraditional ...

What conclusion can you draw about the 18-29 year-old vote in recent presidential elections? O Young voters represent most of the electorate. O The same number of youth voted in 2008 as in 2016. O Most young voters favor Democratic ...

Some states allow election-day registration, while others do not. Which statement best describes the relationship between voter turnout and registration? A) States with election-day registration had higher turnout. B) States without election-day registration had higher turnout. C) States with and ...

The most important role of election officials is to make sure that an election takes place. is administered fairly. is inexpensive. finishes on time.

In a general election, each state has officials who count and __________ votes. 1. tally 2. discard 3. calculate 4. ignore

What state law governs many aspects of the election process the federal government is responsible for – registering voters – organizing local polling places – counting votes – passing campaign finance laws

According to conservator Maurice Glaize, what makes Angkor Wat a “classic” structure? A) its austerity and simplicity B) its symmetry and majesty C) its cleanness and purity D) its mass and sturdiness

How does democracy protect minority rights?