Election Day Quiz

What is democracy?

• A system of government where representatives are selected by the wealthy

• A system of government where representatives are voted into office by the people

• A system of government where representatives are chosen by the military

• A system of government where representatives are appointed by the president

Why do we vote?

• To choose the most responsible candidate

• To ensure that everyone in a society is represented

• To give power to the military

• To support a specific political party

What is Election Day?

• A day when citizens can take an active role in their government

• A day when the president is elected

• A day when the military takes control of the government

• A day when only wealthy citizens can vote

What is the difference between presidential elections and midterm elections?

• Presidential elections and midterm elections are the same

• Presidential elections and midterm elections are not important

• Presidential elections elect the president, while midterm elections elect members of the United States Congress

• Presidential elections elect members of the United States Congress, while midterm elections elect the president

Who can run for president?

• A naturalized citizen of the United States, a resident of the United States for at least 14 years, and at least 35 years old

• A natural born citizen of the United States, a resident of the United States for at least 10 years, and at least 30 years old

• A naturalized citizen of the United States, a resident of the United States for at least 10 years, and at least 30 years old

• A natural born citizen of the United States, a resident of the United States for at least 14 years, and at least 35 years old

How is the president elected?

• By the United States Congress

• By the Electoral College

• By the United Nations

• By the Supreme Court

When is the next presidential election?

• 2024

• 2028

• 2026

• 2022

When are midterm elections?

• Elections that take place in the middle of the presidential term

• Elections that take place every two years

• Indirect elections where citizens' votes contribute to electoral votes

• Direct elections where citizens' votes go directly toward electing a candidate

What is a ballot?

• A list of laws to vote on

• A list of political parties

• A list of government officials

• A list of candidates to choose from

Why are midterm elections important?

• They give citizens a chance to directly participate in government through voting

• They determine the president of the United States

• They decide the members of the Supreme Court

• They have no significance