What argument best responds to citizens who do not vote because they feel that their votes do not make a difference?A.Voting is mandatory by law.B.Voting is less important than other types of civic engagement.C.Elections are often decided by only a few votes.D.Voting is a symbolic act whose importance is not about making a difference.

What argument best responds to citizens who do not vote because they feel the political party they oppose always wins in their state?A.Political parties lose financial support when citizens vote against them.B.They should move to other states where their vote makes more of a difference.C.Voting anyway will help other voters realize that many voters also disagree with the majority.D.They should start a third party to take votes from the majority party.SUBMITarrow_backPREVIOUS

Which statement reflects a citizen's need to increase his or her civic participation?A."My senator's votes don't reflect my views."B."I don't make up my mind about voting until Election Day."C."I feel my political opinions are not heard by my fellow citizens."D."I want to join the military."

What is a direct effect of citizens voting?A.Citizens participate more in community service.B.Public parks and leisure facilities improve.C.Political leaders better understand which policies citizens support.D.Police departments are better equipped.

Which statement correctly summarizes why civic participation is important in a democracy?A.Citizens of nondemocratic nations learn to model democratic behavior.B.It allows citizens to win political arguments more easily.C.Politicians better understand what citizens want.D.It helps politicians understand how best to manipulate citizens.

Which statement reflects a citizen's need to increase his or her civic participation?A."I always vote for my favorite political party."B."I don't feel like my representatives vote the way I want them to."C."I'd like to work for the government."D."My chosen candidates never win."