HISET Social Studies Practice

What are political parties primarily concerned with?

1. Promoting their own agendas without seeking election

2. Electing their members to influence government

3. Maintaining the status quo of government operations

4. Seeking alliances with foreign governments

The correct answer is: Electing their members to influence government

Political parties are primarily concerned with electing their members to influence government. Political parties are organized groups of people who share similar political beliefs and goals. One of the main functions of political parties is to compete in elections and win seats in government in order to promote their policies and influence government decisions. By electing their members to political offices, parties can advance their agendas, pass legislation, and shape public policy. This is why option B is the correct answer. Options A, C, and D are incorrect because political parties are not primarily concerned with promoting their own agendas without seeking election, maintaining the status quo of government operations, or seeking alliances with foreign governments. While parties may have specific agendas, their overarching goal is to win elections and govern effectively.