Question

why might citizens choose to join a political party? a. they can participate in civil disobedience. b. they will be eligible to vote in federal elections. c. they can vote in a closed primary. d. they can donate to their preferred candidate.

Explanation:

• Option A: Civil disobedience is a form of protest against unjust laws, not related to joining a political party.
• Option B: Eligibility to vote in federal elections is generally based on citizenship, age, etc., not joining a political party.
• Option C: In a closed primary, only registered members of the party can vote. So joining a political party allows citizens to vote in its closed primary, which is a valid reason.
• Option D: Donating to a candidate is possible without joining a party.

Answer:

C. They can vote in a closed primary.