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Fundraising Glossary

Description: Test your knowledge of key terms and concepts related to fundraising in political campaigns.
Number of Questions: 15
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What is the primary goal of fundraising in political campaigns?

  1. To raise awareness for a candidate or cause

  2. To generate funds for campaign expenses

  3. To increase voter turnout

  4. To promote a candidate's platform

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Fundraising is primarily focused on raising money to cover campaign costs, such as advertising, staff salaries, and travel expenses.

Which of the following is NOT a common source of campaign funds?

  1. Individual contributions

  2. Corporate donations

  3. Government grants

  4. Small business loans

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Small business loans are not typically used as a source of campaign funds. Individual contributions, corporate donations, and government grants are more common sources.

What is the term for a large donation made to a political campaign?

  1. Soft money

  2. Hard money

  3. Super PAC contribution

  4. Independent expenditure

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Hard money refers to contributions that are subject to campaign finance limits and can be used for direct campaign expenses.

What is the difference between a PAC and a Super PAC?

  1. PACs can only accept individual contributions, while Super PACs can accept corporate and union donations.

  2. PACs have lower contribution limits than Super PACs.

  3. PACs are required to disclose their donors, while Super PACs are not.

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

PACs and Super PACs differ in terms of contribution limits, donor disclosure requirements, and the types of donations they can accept.

What is the term for a political action committee that is not affiliated with a particular candidate or party?

  1. Independent expenditure committee

  2. Super PAC

  3. 527 organization

  4. Political party committee

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

527 organizations are political action committees that are not affiliated with a particular candidate or party and can engage in independent expenditures.

What is the purpose of a fundraising event in a political campaign?

  1. To raise awareness for a candidate or cause

  2. To generate funds for campaign expenses

  3. To promote a candidate's platform

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Fundraising events serve multiple purposes, including raising awareness, generating funds, and promoting a candidate's platform.

What is the term for a contribution made by an individual to a political campaign?

  1. Soft money

  2. Hard money

  3. Individual contribution

  4. Corporate donation

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Individual contributions refer to donations made by private citizens to political campaigns.

What is the maximum amount that an individual can contribute to a federal candidate in a single election cycle?

  1. $2,900

  2. $5,800

  3. $10,000

  4. $20,000

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The maximum individual contribution limit for federal candidates is $2,900 per election cycle.

What is the term for a political action committee that is affiliated with a particular candidate or party?

  1. Independent expenditure committee

  2. Super PAC

  3. 527 organization

  4. Political party committee

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Political party committees are PACs that are affiliated with a particular political party and can raise and spend funds on behalf of the party's candidates.

What is the term for a contribution made by a corporation or union to a political campaign?

  1. Soft money

  2. Hard money

  3. Individual contribution

  4. Corporate donation

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Corporate donations refer to contributions made by corporations or unions to political campaigns.

What is the purpose of a political action committee (PAC)?

  1. To raise awareness for a candidate or cause

  2. To generate funds for campaign expenses

  3. To promote a candidate's platform

  4. To support specific political issues or candidates

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

PACs are formed to support specific political issues or candidates and can raise and spend funds on their behalf.

What is the term for a contribution made to a political campaign that is not subject to campaign finance limits?

  1. Soft money

  2. Hard money

  3. Individual contribution

  4. Independent expenditure

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Independent expenditures are contributions made to political campaigns that are not subject to campaign finance limits.

What is the term for a political action committee that is formed to support a particular candidate or party?

  1. Independent expenditure committee

  2. Super PAC

  3. 527 organization

  4. Candidate committee

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Candidate committees are PACs that are formed to support a particular candidate for office.

What is the term for a political action committee that is formed to support a particular political issue?

  1. Independent expenditure committee

  2. Super PAC

  3. 527 organization

  4. Issue committee

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Issue committees are PACs that are formed to support a particular political issue.

What is the term for a political action committee that is formed to support a particular political party?

  1. Independent expenditure committee

  2. Super PAC

  3. 527 organization

  4. Party committee

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Party committees are PACs that are formed to support a particular political party.

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