Elections and Democracy Flashcard

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What are the three main types of elections mentioned in the text?

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Local, state, and national

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Why are elections considered a vital part of democracy?

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They allow citizens to choose their leaders and influence government decisions.

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Which of the following is the first step in the election process? Campaigning, Voting, Voter Registration, Counting Votes

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Voter Registration

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What is the step in the election process that involves promoting candidates to the public?

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Campaigning

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Which step in the election process involves citizens casting their ballots?

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Voting

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What is the final step in the election process?

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Counting Votes

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What varies by state in local elections?

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Voter registration requirements

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How are candidates nominated in local elections?

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Through primaries or conventions

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What do local election campaigns often focus on?

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Local issues

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Which of the following is a voting method in local elections? Online voting only, In-person, mail-in, and early voting, Voting by text message, Voting through social media

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In-person, mail-in, and early voting