U2 Government CFA

Name:
_____________
Citizen Participation, Political Ideologies & Parties, and Interest Groups
1. Match the correct definition to the term
_______ Liberalism
________Conservatism
________Political Ideology
________Lobbying
a. The attempt to persuade politics to favor or oppose an action.
b. Belief system that favors a limited role for government and more
private initiative by non-governmental groups in an effort to solve
societys problems.
c. Belief system that favors an active role in government in efforts to
solve societys problems
d. A basic set of political beliefs about the roles of government and
individual in society.
2. Define one of the four types of civic engagement. Provide an example with
your definition.

Level 3
3. Should interest groups continue to play a role in politics? Why or why not?
Be sure to include lobbyists in your answer.

4. Contrast the different viewpoints each of the two major political parties has
on the following controversial issues. Be specific; only saying they are for,
or they are against will not be seen as an attempt.
Issue
Social Programs (I.e.
welfare, head start,
etc.)

Democrat

Republican

Democrat

Republican

Scope and size of the

National Government

Minimum Wage

Issue
Social Issues such as
same-sex marriages,
pro-choice

Level 4

5. Is the two-party system working for American politics? Answer the question
by evaluating citizenship participation, political parties, and interest groups.
(Make sure your opinion has specific reasons to support your answer.)

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