Question

1. When several parties combine forces to obtain a majority, they form
A. proportional representation.
B. a coalition government.
C. a third-party government.
D. a theocracy.
2. Any party other than the Democratic or Republican party is called
A. the Independent Party.
B. the American Party.
C. a party buster.
D. a third party.
3. Nearly all elected officials in the United States are selected by
A. third party elections.
B. coalitions.
C. single-member districts.
D. proportional representation.

Answer 1

1. When several parties combine forces to obtain a majority, they form a coalition government. The answer would be choice B.

2. Any party other than the Democratic or Republican party is called a third party. The answer would be letter D.

3. Nearly all elected officials in the United States are selected by single-member districts. The answer would be letter C.