1. The chart below shows four candidates' positions on three issues.

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1 Topic I: Propaganda and Media 1. The chart below shows four candidates' positions on three issues. Based on the candidates' positions shown in the chart, which candidate would the Save the Manatees Political Action Committee (PAC) most likely support? SS.7.C.2.10 A. Desiree Johnson B. Yolanda Perez C. Felix Nguyen D. Jim Smith 2. Which action would have the least impact on getting a candidate elected to public office? SS.7.C.2.10 A. volunteering for the candidate's campaign B. voting for the candidate in the election C. contributing money to the candidate D. watching the candidate's TV ads 3. How do Political Action Committees (PACs) typically influence government? SS.7.C.2.10 A. by serving as Cabinet members for the President B. by financially supporting members of Congress C. by providing staff for members of Congress D. by bringing cases before the Supreme Court Page 1 of 5

2 4. Which of the following terms represents information intended to persuade someone's opinion? SS.7.C.2.11 A. bias B. metaphor C. propaganda D. symbolism 5. Why might television and newspaper ads be incomplete sources of information about candidates? SS.7.C.2.11 A. They are biased towards the candidate they promote. B. They are usually too small to see. C. They rarely get voters' attention D. They cost thousands of dollars. 6. Below is a scenario. Thomas Sloane was a candidate for President of the United States. He stated at a private fundraiser, Only half of the immigrants to the United States make positive contributions to our country. This comment was recorded and released to the media, who repeatedly aired the statement. A week later, a national poll asked voters if Thomas Sloane s comment affected who they would support for president. The results were that 22% said the comment made them more likely to vote for him, 41% said they were less likely to vote for him, and 37% said the comment made no difference. Based on this scenario, which of the following is most likely true? SS.7.C.2.11 A. Public opinion will not influence the election. B. Public opinion will influence the election. C. The media are not interested in political campaigns. D. The media has no impact on public opinion. Page 2 of 5

3 Topic II: Foreign and Domestic Policy Below are two newspaper headlines. Civil Rights Act Passed Women s Suffrage Amendment Ratified 7. Which type of government affairs are illustrated in the headlines? SS.7.C.4.1 A. international relations B. diplomatic relations C. domestic policy D. foreign policy The passage below is from a presidential speech. Source: President John F. Kennedy, Inaugural Address, January 20, Which policy did President Kennedy likely support? SS.7.C.4.1 A. cultural exchanges to expand tolerance and understanding among nations B. weapons sales to help people protect themselves from their government C. foreign assistance in a variety of forms throughout the world D. trade agreements with underdeveloped nations 9. Which international organization encourages countries to work together for peace? SS.7.C.4.2 A. North American Free Trade Agreement B. North Atlantic Treaty Organization C. United Nations D. World Court Page 3 of 5

4 The conversation below concerns a world event. Anthony: I saw on the news today that a natural disaster struck Asia. Jayce: Asia is very far away. I wish there was a way we could help. Anthony: Unfortunately, there is nothing that we can do to help. Jayce: Sure there is! 10. Which is an example of how Anthony and Jayce can help the victims of a natural disaster? SS.7.C.4.2 A. contribute to an international organization B. contribute to a Political Action Committee C. volunteer at a local organization D. volunteer at the Humane Society 11. Which of the following might cause the president to seek approval from the United Nations to take military action in a foreign country? SS.7.C.4.3 A. to deal with international conflict B. to control global warming C. to establish trade barriers D. to encourage free trade The passage below is from a speech proposing U.S. policy. Source: President Harry S Truman, Address to Congress, March 12, According to this excerpt, which action did President Truman propose? SS.7.C.4.3 A. to help nations develop their education systems B. to help nations strengthen their democracies C. to help nations prepare for military conflict D. to help nations create military alliances Page 4 of 5

5 Topic III: Public Policy 13. Which option would be a long-term public policy goal? SS.7.C.2.13 A. Reduce taxes to attract more businesses. B. Build a skate park for a neighborhood. C. Organize a festival to attract tourists. D. Give away bicycles to reduce traffic. The views below relate to voting. 14. Which conclusion can be drawn from these arguments? SS.7.C.2.13 A. Citizen participation is not important. B. Citizen participation is important. C. Citizen participation should be required. D. Citizen participation should be optional. 15. If parents have a concern about their child's education, which officials would they contact? SS.7.C.2.12 A. their county school board representative B. their congressional representative C. the governor of their state D. the mayor of their city Page 5 of 5