American Government

Order No: TH001 Reading and Study materials: Read Chapters 6 and 7 in OpenStax, American Government. https://openstax.org/books/american-government-2e/pages/4-introduction - - Identify and explain three primary agents of political socialization, and explain their importance. Next, identify and explain three secondary agents of political socialization. Do you think a person’s political opinion can change over time? Explain. [MO3.1] *300 words* - Define *political ideology* and briefly define the following terms: *libertarian, classical liberal, modern liberal, traditional conservative, modern conservative, socialism, communism, *and* fascism*. [MO3.1] 200 words - Several factors play a role in a person’s interest and participation in government. List and explain three of these factors and how they contribute to/detract from participation. Why is it important for citizens to participate in the political process? [MO3.1, MO3.2] 300 words - Describe some of the problems surrounding public opinion polls. How does public opinion influence public policy? [MO3.2] 150 words - Explain the electoral college. Can an election in the electoral college differ from the population’s election? [MO3.4] 200 words - Describe today’s political campaigns. Include the shadow campaign, primary campaigns, and general election campaigns. [MO3.3] 300 words - During the 1800s various political parties in the United States rose, evolved, and died. Today the two major parties reflect differing ideologies. Summarize the ideology each party promotes and the segments of society and the economy that each attracts. [MO3.3, MO3.4] 300 words - Discuss the various elements in the election process from announcing candidacy to election. [MO3.4] 300 words - Money is a crucial component of any presidential campaign. Where do campaign funds come from? [MO3.4] 150 words - *RUBRIC:* - Question 1 You thoroughly answer the question and demonstrate a sophisticated, in-depth understanding of the topic(s) through a well-reasoned and thoughtful response; your answer is substantive, with relevant references and examples and a clear connection to the readings where necessary. You satisfactorily answer the question and demonstrate a basic understanding of the topic(s); your answer is generally correct but lacks full development and a clear connection to the readings where necessary. You incompletely answer the question and demonstrate a limited understanding of the topic(s); your answer lacks substantive information and connection to the readings where necessary. 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