Gov Unit 2

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Terms in this set (14)
Sample
The group of people that answer the poll questions
Exit polling
Ask people as they leave the voting location how they voted
Straw vote
Unscientifically asking many people a question as a poll
Random Sample
everybody has an equal chance to being part of the sample
Sample Error
Called margin of error - how much a poll can be off + or -
Universe
the group the poll seeks to measure
Representative Sample / Quota Sample
A sample that is constructed based on a characteristics
Push polling
propaganda technique disguised as a poll - Often present negative aspects of an opponent.
What are the Five functions of Political parties?
Govern - enact policies
Watchdog - point out what the ruling party is doing wrong
Bond - Ensure the candidate is capable of doing the job.
Inform - tell people that the candidate is running
Nominate - Pick a person to run for office
What is the purpose of a 3rd party if they do not win
To bring up issues the major parties don't
What is the difference between Primaries and CaucusesPrimaries - People simply vote Caucus - meeting and discussion before a voting (often by moving yourself to a part of the room)What is the difference between closed and open primary?Closed - Means you need to be registered in the party to vote in the primary Open - Means you DO NOT need to be registered in a party to vote that party ticket in the primaryWhere do people typically cast their ballot?Precinct - local voting areaProvide an example of a public opinion issue.Creating a park, Putting in street lights, traffic signals, increase taxes for schools