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The period between the national party conventions when advertising increases and candidates from both parties engage in debates is known as
 
  a. the nomination campaign.
  b. the general election campaign.
  c. the pre-nomination campaign.
  d. the presidential debates.
  e. the electoral wrap-up.

Question 2

In todays American society, what is the primary purpose of the national party conventions that are held in the summer prior to the presidential elections?
 
  a. To showcase the partys presidential candidate and define the party platform for the upcoming election.
  b. To interview and narrow the field of candidates for the upcoming primary elections.
  c. To appoint cabinet members and other officeholders in case the partys candidate wins the election.
  d. To seek balance and a cooperative spirit between the two major parties on major issues prior to the election.
  e. To introduce new legislation to Congress in order to satisfy campaign promises.



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: B

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A



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