Podcast
Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson
Questions and Answers
What is a two-party system?
What is a two-party system?
A political party system in which two major political parties consistently dominate the political landscape.
How are the two parties in a two-party system typically referred to?
How are the two parties in a two-party system typically referred to?
One party is typically referred to as the majority or governing party, while the other is the minority or opposition party.
Which countries have a two-party system where third parties rarely win any seats in the legislature?
Which countries have a two-party system where third parties rarely win any seats in the legislature?
United States, Bahamas, Jamaica, and Zimbabwe.
What factors are thought to result in two-party systems?
What factors are thought to result in two-party systems?
Signup and view all the answers
Is it possible for third-party candidates to win in a two-party system?
Is it possible for third-party candidates to win in a two-party system?
Signup and view all the answers
