Question

1. which of the following is true of political parties in the united states today?

citizens must join a political party if they want to participate in party activities.
political parties mean little after the election is over and members of congress begin their work.
an increasing number of people affiliate with the political parties.
a partys main function is to elect people to public office.

Explanation:

• In the United States, citizens do not have to join a political party to participate in party activities (e.g., in some open - primary states).
• Political parties play a significant role in Congress (e.g., party whips, party - line voting).
• There has been a trend of dealignment, not an increasing number of people affiliating with political parties.
• One of the main functions of a political party is to nominate and elect candidates to public office.

Answer:

A party’s main function is to elect people to public office.