Which of the following elections might likely have gone the other ...

[Bob-Dole]

Which of the following elections might likely have gone the other way if not for a split resulting in a factional party?
 
  A) 1800
  B) 1912
  C) 1948
  D) 1968
  E) 2008

Question 2

Elections based on a plurality system discourage new parties from forming because
 
  A) a plurality system discourages patronage and reduces voter interest in joining a party.
  B) a plurality system requires parties to form alliances with other parties to win elections.
  C) under this winner-take-all system, parties must be broadly based in order to gain alliances and support.
  D) a plurality system requires each party to be as narrowly based as possible, leaving little room for new parties.
  E) a plurality system gives an advantage to savvy political unknowns who can grab the media spotlight.

[zhanghao]

Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

C