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Civics Definition Depot – Chapters 10 & 11
Directions: Based on the words provided for each chapter, complete your “Definition Depot” and keep a running log of all the
Civics words and concepts for the year! Each definition should come from the textbook using the page provided. Using a
thesaurus, your brain, help from a parent identify at least one synonym (words that mean the same thing) for each term. Finally,
write a sentence using the term that makes sense and demonstrates your understanding of the word.
Word/Pg. #
Political party
p. 252
Platform
p.264
Political
Spectrum
p. 252
Two-party
system
p. 252
Third parties
p. 254
Republican
Party
p. 141
Definition
Synonym(s)
Sentence
Word/Pg. #
Libertarian
Party
Socialist Party
Definition
the third largest political party in
the United States. The political
platform of the Libertarian Party
reflects its brand of libertarianism,
favoring the limited role of
government in the lives of the
citizens.
Synonym(s)
Sentence
Synonym(s)
Sentence
a political party in the United States
formed in 1900 to support
socialism. The political platform of
the Socialist Party favors
government ownership and
allocation of resources.
Democratic
Party
p. 141
Communist
party
p. 614
Interest group
p. 278
Watchdog
Word/Pg. #
Bias
One who serves as a guardian or
protector against waste, loss, or
illegal practices
Definition
An unfair act or policy stemming
from prejudice
Symbolism
A symbolic meaning or
representation
Propaganda
p. 273
Political debate
When candidates formally argue
political positions
Political
communication
Communication that often
influences political decisions and
vice versa
Candidate
p. 252
Mass media
p. 273
Precinct
p. 256
Polling place
p. 256
Primary election
p. 259
General election
p. 259
Popular vote
p. 263
Word/Pg. #
Definition
Elector
p. 263
Electoral College
p. 263
Bush v. Gore
Lobbyist
p. 278
Political action
committee
p. 286
George Bush won the election in the
year 2000 with 271-266 electoral
votes, but still lost the popular vote
by 500,000. The Supreme Court
would not allow Gore to conduct a
recount because the court said it
was inconsistent and violated the
Constitution.
Synonym(s)
Sentence