The Text Argues That the Central Problem of the Parties

question 58

Multiple Choice

The text argues that the central problem of the parties today is how to

• A)appeal to moderate voters despite the parties' ideological orientation.
• B)win the trust of an increasingly mistrustful electorate.
• C)keep up the appearance of diversity despite the parties' homogeneous makeup.
• D)attract the attention of an increasingly apathetic electorate.
• E)mobilize voters with a declining sense of internal political efficacy.

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Definitions:

Sensation

The process by which our sensory receptors and nervous system receive and represent stimulus energies from our environment, giving rise to our experiences of sight, sound, taste, touch, and smell.

Perception

The process by which individuals organize and interpret their sensory impressions to give meaning to their environment.

Sensory Systems

The physiological parts of an organism that allow it to perceive the world through senses like sight, sound, smell, taste, and touch.

Symphony

An elaborate musical composition for full orchestra, typically in four movements, at least one of which traditionally uses sonata form.