Multiple choice

1. In contrast with Medicare, the Medicaid program is

a public assistance program.

funded totally by the states.

funded by payroll taxes.

very popular with the general public.

designed to provide health coverage to all Americans who lack health insurance.

2. According to survey data, the form of assistance that Americans favor the most to help the poor is

money.

education and job training.

government jobs through government programs.

government services for the poor.

public assistance.

3. Which of the following is true about the Iraqi War of 2003?

The war made the United States more popular in the Arab states.

The war made the United States more popular in Italy.

The war made the United States more popular in France.

The war made the United States more popular in Germany.

None of the answers are correct.

4. Which of the following statements is true concerning American public opinion on school vouchers?

Americans are divided in their opinions on school vouchers.

Americans strongly support school vouchers.

Americans strongly oppose school vouchers.

Most Americans have never heard of school vouchers.

Americans favor higher taxes to pay for vouchers.