Why does Election Day always fall on the Tuesday following the first Monday in November?

• It is a tradition that has been followed for centuries

• It is the most convenient day for farmers to get to get to the polls

• It is the day with the highest voter turnout

• It is a random date chosen by Congress

Why was November chosen as the month for Election Day?

• It is after the harvest season

• It is before the winter storms

• It is the month with the least rainfall

• It is a historical coincidence

Why is Tuesday the designated day for Election Day?

• It was the most convenient day for farmers to vote

• It is a historical tradition

• It is the day with the lowest voter turnout

• It is a random choice made by Congress

Why does Election Day sometimes fall on a different Tuesday in November?

• To avoid conflicts with religious holidays

• To confuse voters

• To accommodate the schedules of politicians

• To align with the lunar calendar

What is one proposed solution to increase voter turnout on Election Day?

• Making Election Day a national holiday

• Extending the voting period to a week

• Allowing voting by text message

• Eliminating the need for voter registration

Congress agreed to make one national election day in ​ (a)  

• 1845
• 1785
• 1945