Question 1
Which of these characteristics is not encompassed under public opinion?
Values
Political ideology
Attitudes
Wealth
Question 2
The American political system is typically characterized as a _________ system.
third-party
multi-party
one-party
two-party
Question 3
From 1890 to 1950, the idea that individuals were treated fairly and had equal protection under the U.S. Constitution fell under an approach known as
equal protection.
racial discrimination.
separate but equal.
civil rights.
Question 4
What U.S. president established the precedent of not seeking more than two terms in office?
Abraham Lincoln
John Adams
George Washington
Thomas Jefferson
Question 5
When a citizen votes for a candidate who currently holds office, what message is that voter sending?
Registering opposition to the current government
Affirming support for the current government
Affirming support for a future government
Registering opposition to a past government
Question 6
How many states require that eligible voters be registered in order to vote?
No states
38 states
49 states
All states
Question 7
This movement sought to end racial discrimination in the United States.
Racial Discrimination Movement
Civil Rights Movement
Civil Liberties Movement
Voting Rights Movement
Question 8
All individuals who qualify for government assistance can receive it, without regard for their race, gender, creed, or color. This falls under the
Free Exercise Clause.
Privileges and Immunities Clause.
Non-Discriminatory Clause.
Equal Protection Clause
Question 9
This amendment gave women the right to vote in 1920.
19th
21st
24th
27th
Question 10
Who or what is most likely to contribute the most money to political campaigns, thus having the loudest voice in modern American politics?
A political action committee (PAC)
A medium-sized business
An elderly pensioner
A college student