Chapter 9 Reading Quiz
- Due Nov 2 at 11:59pm
- Points 100
- Questions 10
- Time Limit 30 Minutes
- Allowed Attempts 2
Instructions
Instructions:
The following quiz will cover Chapter 9. It consists of ten multiple-choice questions, each worth ten points. You will have thirty minutes to complete this quiz. It is essential that you read Chapter 9 before attempting the quiz. Good luck!
Objectives:
This quiz is designed to measure the following outcome:
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CO 5: Evaluate the role of public opinion, interest groups, and political parties in the political system.
Key Learning Outcomes for Chapter 9:
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9.1 Identify political parties and what they do.
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9.1 Differentiate political parties from interest groups.
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9.1 Recall how U.S. political parties formed.
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9.2 Identify the effects of winner-take-all elections.
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9.2 Compare plurality and proportional representation.
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9.2 Identify the institutional, legal, and social forces that limit the number of parties.
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9.2 Identify the concepts of party alignment and realignment.
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9.3 Differentiate between the party in the electorate and the party organization.
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9.3 Recall the importance of voting in a political party organization.