In American politics, the term "caucus" refers to
a. a preliminary vote usually taken early in the electoral process within a party to express a preference for one of the party's candidates.
b. the group of electors who meet on election day and formally select the next President of the United States.
c. a formal statement of position on major political issues drafted by a candidate or a political party.
d. a political party outside the two-party system that is perceived to have a significant base of support.
e. the main mechanism used by modern political parties to nominate their candidate for President.
Answer: e. the main mechanism used by modern political parties to nominate their candidate for President.
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a. a common language. b. a common cultural tradition. c. an allegiance to a single government. d. Both options a and b are true. e. Both options b and c are true.
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a. federal sponsorship b. congressional approval c. earnings for signature gathers d. advertising budget
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