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Quiz: American Political Parties

April 3, 2019

Democrats and Republicans haven’t always been the major players. Take our quiz and test your knowledge on the history of political parties in the U.S.

Which of the following presidents was not affiliated with a political party?*
- George Washington
- Thomas Jefferson
- William Harding
- Ulysses S. Grant
What guiding principle inspired Alexander Hamilton to found the Federalist Party in 1787?*
- Limited federal government powers
- A strong central government
- Abolishing slavery
- Fewer regulations for farmers and artisans
There have been more Republicans elected as president than any other party.*
- True
- False
What year was the Green Party officially founded?*
- 1966
- 1976
- 1984
- 1991
Which of the following is not supported by the Libertarian party platform?*
- Basic income rights
- Second Amendment rights
- Abortion rights
- Freedom of speech
Why did the Democratic Party choose a donkey as their political mascot?*
- Many Democrats were farmers at the time
- Donkeys are known to be intelligent, fiercely loyal animals
- Opponents referred to Andrew Jackson as a “jackass”
- Unlike horses, donkeys don’t run from danger
In 1962, Ronald Reagan switched his affiliation to the Republican Party, saying "I didn't leave the Democratic Party, the party left me." Which of these famous Democrats started their political career as a Republican?*
- Al Gore
- Hillary Rodham Clinton
- Bill Clinton
- Tip O’Neill
There have been many alternative political parties formed throughout U.S. history, some with unusual names and platforms. Which one of the following is NOT an actual political party?*
- The Surprise Party
- The U.S. Pirate Party
- The American Farmers Party
- The Bull Moose Party
According to recent surveys, how do most Americans currently identify their political affiliation?*
- Republican
- Democrat
- Independent
- Green
True or False: Abraham Lincoln spent most of his political career as a Republican.*
- True
- False

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