AP U.S. Government & Politics- Political Beliefs a By Jane Eastwood | 1. Which term refers to the process by which individuals acquire their political beliefs and values? A) Political socialization B) Political polarization C) Political efficacy D) Political ideology 2. What is the term for a relatively stable, long-lasting arrangement of individuals and groups with shared political beliefs and goals? A) Political party B) Interest group C) Grassroots organization D) Political action committee (PAC) 3. Which factor has been shown to have a significant impact on an individual’s likelihood of voting? A) Education level B) Age C) Gender D) Ethnicity 4. Which term describes the practice of drawing electoral district boundaries to favor one political party over another? A) Gerrymandering B) Filibustering C) Cloture D) Redistricting 5. Which term refers to the phenomenon in which individuals selectively pay attention to media sources that align with their preexisting beliefs and values? A) Confirmation bias B) Priming C) Framing D) Agenda setting 6. Which term describes the act of citizens contacting their elected officials to express their opinions on an issue or to request specific action? A) Lobbying B) Grassroots organizing C) Political efficacy D) Constituent communication 7. Which term refers to the act of voting for candidates from different political parties in the same election? A) Straight-ticket voting B) Split-ticket voting C) Early voting D) Absentee voting 8. What term describes the practice of citizens participating in community activities and public affairs outside of the formal political process? A) Civic engagement B) Political polarization C) Lobbying D) Voter registration Loading … Posted in AP test
