Primary Election and Caucuses Quiz

What is the main difference between caucuses and primaries?

• Caucuses allow open voting, while primaries require party registration.

• Caucuses use secret ballots, while primaries openly show support for candidates.

• Caucuses are run by political parties, while primaries are run by state governments.

• Caucuses are run by state governments, while primaries are run by political parties.

In an open primary, registered voters can select a candidate regardless of their:

• Party affiliation

• Age

• Education level

• Gender

What happens if a candidate in a caucus doesn't have 15% support after the first round of grouping?

• They are deemed nonviable

• They are allowed to join another candidate's group

• They are given extra time to gather support

• They are automatically declared the winner

When are the party's nominees officially nominated in the U.S.?

• After the national conventions

• After the primary elections

• After the caucuses

• After the general election

In which type of primary do voters have to be registered with a political party to select a candidate?

• Secret primary

• Closed primary

• Public primary

• Open primary