American Politics: Preassessment

All of the following shape the election process EXCEPT

What are midterm elections?

____ trust government to promote equality under the law and in economic matters.

____ favor limited government, state's rights, and a 'laissez-faire' approach in economic matters.

___ believe the only role of government is to provide order.

____ favor "flow up" economic practices.

___ favor "trickle down" economic practices.

___ favor a strong, active government- one which exhibits complete control over the economy as well individual behavior.

___ believe government policies should promote traditional, family values and believe social change can be dangerous to our values.

All of the following influence political socialization EXCEPT

___ are 4 day political party events held to nominate a candidate for president.

___ are party elections held in states to determine a party's nominee for office.

___ are used less frequently than primaries because they are not as democratic.

___ determine the degree of support for a candidate or office holder, as well as people's opinion on public policy issues.

___ are organizations formed purposefully to raise money in order to conduct their own campaign for the candidate they support.