American Government: Standard 15

How old do you have to be to vote?

• 12
• 16
• 18
• 21

What is a ballot?

• a list of candidates
• voter registration
• a poll
• suffrage 

How often does the general election occur?

• every 4 years (even # years)
• every 3 years
• every 12 years
• odd numbered years

How many electoral votes does it take to win the presidential election?

• 200
• 260
• 270
• 290

What is suffrage?

• suffering
• the right to vote
• cancelling the election
• hurting someone

What symbol represents the democratic party?

• cheetah
• elephant
• mouse
• donkey 

"Blue State" means the people of that state primarily support _____________.

• Green party
• Libertarian party
• Democratic party
• Republican party 

What is the term limit on the US Presidency?

• 1
• 2
• 3
• no term limit applies

What is the main purpose of the primary election?

• See who is old enough to vote
• pick the new president
• narrow down the field of candidates
• count how many voters are registered

Which statement reflects Republican views on the role of government?

• Republicans favor less government, lower taxes, and greater person freedom.

• Republicans favor value-based governance, opposing excessive consumption, and unregulated competition.

• Republicans favor a national mass people's party, based on the working classes and against monopoly capitalism.

• Republicans favor more affordable health care, increased public funding for education, and an end to discrimination in all forms.