Simple Essay question with counter argument

Part 1

4-5 sentences

each

Be able to explain what a push poll is and provide examples

• Be able to explain lobbyists and how they influence politicians and provide examples

• Be able to explain why the United States has low voter turnout rates

• Be able to explain how electors are chosen

• Be able to explain the difference between prospective voting and retrospective voting

• Be able to explain the power of political parties in Congress and why control of both

houses is advantageous for political parties

Part 2
1 and 1/2 page

4-5 sentences each paragraph 

1-summary

2-3- argument with counter argrument make sure which side you are

4- conclusion 

each question

• We have discussed third parties in class – be able to explain and discuss what the

creation of a third party would require and what political issues might encourage

membership in a new party, and what impact this might have on the US and voters

• Review the history of voting and voter registration in the US; what have been some of

the challenges to registering and voting in the US; in 2016 consider whether or not voter

registration laws continue to be a threat to democracy

• Be able to explain and describe the American political identity. What makes American

political ideology different than that of citizens of other countries?

• Be able to fully discuss the role and political function of special interest groups, how

they function in the US, and whether or not they are truly democratic institutions;

consider whether or not they are they a threat to democracy