Electoral College & Congressional Elections

What is the Electoral College?

• A system for determining the popular vote

• A school for students to study advanced subjects

• A group of electors who choose the US president based on their state's vote

• A college for presidential candidates

How is the winner of the US presidential election determined?

• By winning the most votes in California, Texas, Florida and New York

• By winning the majority of states

• By receiving the majority of votes in the Electoral College

• By receiving the most votes in the popular vote

How many electoral votes does Pennsylvania currently have?

• 17

• 21

• 19

• 20

How often are electors chosen for the Electoral College?

• Every 2 years

• Every 4 years

• Every 6 years

• Every presidential election year

The number of electors in each state is based on: (2)

• population, as determined by the census

• number of senators in Congress

• number of representatives in congress

• The total number of members of congress from that state

A candidate must win ___ electoral votes to win the presidential election.

States that historically vote Republican in Presidential Elections are known as

• blue states
• red states
• purple states
• yellow states

States that historically vote Democratic in Presidential Elections are known as

• blue states
• red states
• purple states
• yellow states

Before a general election in November, all candidates seeking elected office must get the nomination from their party, which is called?

• Primary Election

• Presidential Election

• Mid-Term Election

• Off-Year Election

In order to be able to vote in America, you must?:​ (a)   ​ (b)   ​ (c)   ​ (d)   ​

• Be a U.S. citizen
• Be at least 18
• Be a resident of the state
• Be a registered voter
• Not have a felony record