US Elections

Front

When it comes to selecting a vice-president, the parties and candidates are often looking for someone.

Back

someone who can "balance the ticket"

Answer explanation

Selecting a vice-president often involves finding someone who can "balance the ticket" by appealing to different demographics or regions, thus enhancing the overall appeal of the presidential nominee.

Front

Any registered voter, regardless of party affiliation, can participate in the caucus meeting.

Back

Open caucus

Answer explanation

An open caucus allows any registered voter to participate, regardless of their party affiliation. This distinguishes it from closed caucuses, where only registered party members can vote.

Front

Registered party members may vote using their own party’s ballot. Unaffiliated voters are not allowed to cast a ballot.

Back

Closed primary

Answer explanation

A closed primary allows only registered party members to vote in their party's primary election, excluding unaffiliated voters. This matches the description provided, making 'Closed primary' the correct answer.

Front

Term for day in the spring of the presidential election when the largest number of primaries are held

Back

Super Tuesday

Answer explanation

The term for the day in the spring of the presidential election when the largest number of primaries are held is "Super Tuesday." This day is significant as many states hold their primaries, influencing the nomination process.

Front

What is the biggest difference in campaigning for the primaries versus the general election?

Back

In the primaries, candidates must appeal to party activists and in the general to a wider base.

Answer explanation

The biggest difference is that in the primaries, candidates focus on appealing to party activists, while in the general election, they must reach a broader audience to win over more voters.

Front

The general election always takes place on the first _________________ after the first Monday in ____________on even numbered years.

Back

Tuesday November

Answer explanation

The general election is held on the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November during even-numbered years. Therefore, the correct choices to fill in the blanks are 'Tuesday' and 'November'.

Front

incumbant

Back

current officeholder

Answer explanation

The term 'incumbent' refers to a 'current officeholder' in a government position. It does not relate to tax changes or individuals seeking office, making 'current officeholder' the correct choice.

Front

Does the popular vote for President determine the winner?

Back

False

Answer explanation

The popular vote does not determine the winner of the U.S. presidency. Instead, the Electoral College system is used, where electors from each state cast votes based on the popular vote in their state.

Front

It takes this many electoral college delegates to win?

Back

270

Answer explanation

To win the U.S. presidency, a candidate needs a majority of the electoral college votes. There are 538 total electoral votes, so 270 is the minimum required to secure a win.

Front

Inauguration date is

Back

January 20th

Answer explanation

The inauguration date for the President of the United States is set by the 20th Amendment to the Constitution, which specifies it as January 20th, following the election held on the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November.