Electoral College Review

Electoral College Review

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History

7th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How do we know how many electors each state gets?

Back

Add the number of Representatives and the number of Senators.

Answer explanation

The number of electors each state gets in the Electoral College is determined by adding the number of its Representatives and Senators in the U.S. Congress. Each state has two Senators, while the number of Representatives varies based on the state's population. Therefore, the correct answer is 'Add the number of Representatives and the number of Senators'.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How many electoral college votes is needed in order to win the Presidency?

Back

270

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the purpose of the Electoral College?

Back

Elect the President of the United States.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

In the presidential election you are actually voting for _____________.

Back

Electors

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are the only 2 states to decide electoral college votes based upon congressional districts and majority voting? Options: California & Texas, Missouri & Kansas, New York & Arizona, Nebraska & Maine

Back

Nebraska & Maine

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What did the 12th amendment change? Options: Rights to sue, Voting procedure, Citizenship, Slavery

Back

Voting procedure

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the 12th Amendment?

Back

Amendment related to the election of the President and Vice President