#6 Chapter 9 Homework Due Tuesday

Purpose: To guide you in your chapter notes.

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Directions: Please complete the following on a separate sheet of paper as your read the chapter. This is an individual activity and should contain original answers. Short answer questions should be a minimum of 5 sentences. Definitions should be accompanied by one sentence explain why the definition is significant to government. Chapter 9 Nominations and Campaigns The Nomination Game What is the relation between the caucus and the primaries? Of the listed criticism, which is the most convincing? Why? Should the system of caucuses and primaries be changed? (at least 5 sentences) - Nomination - Campaign strategy - National Party Convention - Caucus - Presidential Primaries - McGovern-Fraser Comission - Superdelegates - Frontloading - National Primary - Regional Primary - Party Platform The Campaign Game Discuss the role of the media in campaigns. What is the most important roles within a campaign? Why? (at least 5 sentences) - Direct mail Money and Campaigning What is the role of money in campaigns? Do most candidates accept federal funding through the Presidential Election Campaign Fund? Why or why not? What is the role of PACs in this? Overall, do you think too much money is spend on campaigns, or is it a natural consequence of campaigning in a wealthy nation? (at least 5 sentences) - Federal Election Campaign Act - Federal Election Commission - Presidential Election Campaign Fund - Matching Funds - Soft money - Political Action Campaign (PAC) The Impact of Campaigns What are three effects of campaigns on voters? What factors tend to weaken the effect on voters? What effect did the presidential campaigns by Obama and Romney have on you? Had you made up your mind prior to the campaign or were you undecided? (at least 5 sentences) - Selective perception Understanding Nominations and Campaigns Are campaigns too democratic? What are the pros and cons arguments for this? (at least 5 sentences)

Homework that is not completed will result in an F in the class, detention, and you will have to come to office hours.