Political Participation, Voting, Campaigns, and Elections

What amendment gave women the right to vote?

• 19
• 26
• 15
• 23

What is a requirement for voter registration?

• 18 years old
• no criminal background
• pay taxes
• none of the above 

How often does the general election occur?

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

What was the purpose of the 26th amendment?

• voting age of 18
• citizens of  DC can vote
• women can vote
• any color of skin can vote

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

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

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

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

What are the three main steps in the voting process?

• Graduate, get a job, buy a house
• call the polling place to tell them who you want to vote for
• send a letter to the president, call him/her, then vote
• register, research, vote

Who regulates the campaign finances?

• PAC's
• FCA
• FEC
• CATS