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Quiz: Do You Know Who’s Who in Washington?

Written by Contributing Blogger

posted on October 28, 2012 at 6:54 pm

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Ladies, have you been paying attention to the elections? A lot of people find politics to be boring. Personally, I find it very interesting and I’m very politically minded. I believe that no matter what you believe ethically, you really should familiarize yourself with the political process, at least to understand who’s involved, what they do and how it all works.

In the spirit of the electoral season, I thought it would be fun to test your civics knowledge. Are you up for it? Well, get yourself a piece of paper and a pencil and let’s get to it!

Identify the following people and their position in government:

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Did you get them all?

Answers are below, so don’t peek until you’re ready to check your notes!

Okay. Scroll down.

  1. Nancy Pelosi (D)–Current Minority Leader of the United States House of Representatives and former speaker of the House (2007-2011). As minority leader, Pelosi is the house floor leader of the Democrat party, which currently has fewer floor members than the Republicans.
  2. Mitt Romney (R)–Nominee for President of the United States and former Governor of Massachusetts (2003-2007).
  3. Jay Carney (D)–Current White House Press Secretary. The Press Secretary is the spokesperson for the President’s administration and deals directly with the press.
  4. Joe Biden (D)–Current Vice President of the United States. The VP is next in line as president, should the current president be unable to perform the duties.
  5. John Roberts (R)–Current Chief Justice of the United States Supreme Court, selected by former President George W. Bush. The Chief Justice is the head of the federal government’s judicial branch.
  6. President Barack Obama (D)–Current President of the United States. The President is the leader of the country and the Commander-in-Chief of the armed forces. His main responsibility is to ensure that U.S. laws are followed.
  7. John Boehner (R)–Current Majority Leader of the United States House of Representatives, and therefore Speaker of the House. Boehner is the house floor leader of the Republican party, which currently holds the majority of floor members.
  8. Paul Ryan (R)–Nominee for Vice President of the United States and current congressman, WI, and chairperson of the House Budget Committee. Congressmen make laws.
  9. Hillary Clinton (D)–Current United States Secretary of State.
  10. Eric H. Holder, Jr. (D)–Attorney General. Holder heads the Justice Department.

So ladies, how did you do? I do hope you did well, and if not, that you’re prompted to improve your government knowledge. It’s important for you, especially those who are citizens of this country, to be savvy about the government. Because ultimately it is you, “the people” who are responsible for the future of your country.

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  1. Emi
    Posted by Emi on October 28, 2012 at 20:51

    Considering I’m Canadian, I failed. I only knew like three out of the ten. I’m still willing to prompt my government knowledge, especially because I find it interesting, no matter what the country.

    • Project Inspired Member
      Posted by ella.mckenzie.17 on October 31, 2012 at 19:59

      Oh, goodness. I’m American, and I knew 4. Haha, oops!

      • Emi
        Posted by Emi on November 8, 2012 at 17:45

        Still 1+ more than I did. :P

  2. Project Inspired Member
    Posted by annagraysmith on October 29, 2012 at 08:24

    Got all but 3!

  3. Project Inspired Member
    Posted by Alexandra on October 29, 2012 at 12:13

    Yay, I got them all!

    Happiness moment!!

  4. Project Inspired Member
    Posted by rtl on October 29, 2012 at 12:19

    Got every one of them right. I am very involved in current events/politics and watch Fox News (favorite is Bill O’reilly!), read TheBlaze.com every day, and listen to Glenn Beck and Rush Limbaugh. We as young adults need to be more involved and informed. As Ronald Reagan said, “Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction.” Our generation, I believe, will be the ones that will either lose or regain our freedom. We can’t just sit back!

    • Project Inspired Member
      Posted by tmgaouette on October 29, 2012 at 12:57

      That’s awesome! It’s great that you’re so informed. I too am a Fox and Factor fan -miss Beck:( Loved Reagan! God bless.

    • Project Inspired Member
      Posted by dancer4god on October 29, 2012 at 13:24

      i love Fox News and the O’Reilly Factor!!! :)

  5. Paris
    Posted by Paris on October 29, 2012 at 12:32

    I did pretty good! Glad this was posted because I know some new information about the government. :)

  6. Project Inspired Member
    Posted by Whitney2800 on October 29, 2012 at 13:25

    Oh wow. i’m terrible at government and civics :)

  7. Project Inspired Member
    Posted by melissa6395 on October 29, 2012 at 13:47

    my government teacher would be very ashamed of my “grade” on this quiz

  8. denimjellybean
    Posted by denimjellybean on October 29, 2012 at 17:14

    Ha, I know them by name but not by face. I failed! :)

    • Eurydice
      Posted by Eurydice on November 4, 2012 at 20:49

      The name and the principles associated with them are all you need to know to responsibly fill out your ballot when the time comes for you to do so.

  9. Project Inspired Member
    Posted by Kianamk6 on October 29, 2012 at 20:21

    Got em all right!! Wow!!! I was so sure I was the only young person into politics!! Me and my dad watch fox news constantly! The commentators and anchors are practically family!! We especially love Bill O’ Reilly and Laura Ingram!!

    • Eurydice
      Posted by Eurydice on November 4, 2012 at 20:50

      My mum also watches Fox News constantly…and she wonders why I was soooo eager to move out…

  10. Project Inspired Member
    Posted by ams7298 on November 2, 2012 at 16:19

    I got them all right!! :) I LOVEEEE politics! Especially American politics. I think it’s so fascinating. :3 My favorite master of conservatism is Rush Limbaugh… He’s like, the epitome of conservatism. :P

  11. Project Inspired Member
    Posted by ams7298 on November 2, 2012 at 16:21

    My Dad and I have some awesome discussions. I SO wish I could vote… I think I’ll go watch Rush Limbaugh now. XD

  12. Eurydice
    Posted by Eurydice on November 4, 2012 at 20:46

    I do not watch television, and therefore do not watch the news; I also boycott the local newspapers because I disagree with their journalistic principles. I know each and every name, but not all of them by their faces. Fortunately, the names are all I need to know when I fill out my ballot on Tuesday.

  13. brennaeskyler2
    Posted by brennaeskyler2 on November 8, 2012 at 17:13

    Hey Paul Ryan is from Wisconsin which is where I’m from!

  14. Dancer619
    Posted by Dancer619 on November 15, 2012 at 16:49

    I got 4 ;) lol