The Green Party, an issue-oriented party, did not fade into history because:
A) it was formed by a leader with a strong personality.
B) it believes in a particular political doctrine.
C) it became indifferent to some of the minor social issues.
D) it broadened its scope beyond just a single area of concern.
E) it partnered with major parties to resolve social issues.
Question -2-Beginning with the presidential elections of 2000, the term red state has been used to describe a state in the United States whose citizens primarily vote for _____.
A) the Democratic Party
B) the Republican Party
C) the Green Party
D) the Libertarian Party
E) the American Independent Party
Question -3-The United States has a two-party system which means that:
A) only two parties nominate candidates to run in general elections.
B) the two major parties-the Democrats and the Republicans-dominate national politics.
C) candidates must belong to one of the two major parties to run in state elections.
D) all voters identify with either the Democratic Party or the Republican Party.
E) third parties are not allowed to be formed in this country.
Question -4-Which of the following statements is true of the procedure of voting for governors in the majority of U.S. states?
A) It allows more than one candidate to contest from a single party.
B) It allows the splitting of electoral votes.
C) It is held at the district level.
D) It takes place on a statewide, winner-take-all basis.
E) It makes it easier for third-party candidates to win.
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