Voting and the Electoral College

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What is a form of government in which citizens are able to vote for officials that represent what they believe?

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Democracy

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Which is a qualification to vote? Options: graduate high school, pay all of your taxes, own a house, be a U.S. citizen

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be a U.S. citizen

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At what age can you vote in the U.S.?

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18

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People may not vote for this reason(s): They might not like either candidate, they are not able to get to the polls because they have to take care of a loved one (elderly relative, child), they may not have transportation to the polls, they may not be able to read the ballot.

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All of the above.

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In NJ, you do not need an ID to vote unless you are a new voter. However, this is not the case in Arizona. What could be an effect of voter ID laws in states across the U.S.?

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Less people will be able to vote, which could affect the outcome of an election.

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Presidents and Vice Presidents are not chosen by direct popular vote, but by a body known as the...

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Electoral College.

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The number of votes a state has in the electoral college is based on...

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the state's Congressional representation- # of Senators + # of House of Representatives members

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Which word in the statement above describes this process the BEST? Options: primary election, party platform, general election, winner-take-all

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winner-take-all

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How many electoral votes are needed to win a presidential election?

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270

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Why is campaigning in small states like Delaware and Rhode Island necessary?

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In close elections, their votes make a difference.