BASIC CIVICS HS/JHS

What is the definition of an Absentee Ballot?

• A ballot that cannot be found

• Mail in ballot for someone unable to get to the polls

• A ballot for candidates not running for office

• Stolen ballot

What is a ballot?

• A ballot is a device used to cast votes in an election.
• A ballot can be a piece of paper.

• A ballot can be a vote cast by computer.

• All of the above.

What is a blue state?

• A state that has a majority of independent voters
• A state that predominantly votes for the Democratic Party
• A state that predominantly votes for the Republican Party
• A state that has a purple color on the map

What is a caucus?

• A meeting of members of a political party to select candidates or decide on policy
• A campaign speech

• Another name for a ballot

• None of the above

What is a conservative?

• Someone who is open to change and embraces new ideas
• Someone who is apathetic and indifferent to societal issues
• Someone who is radical and advocates for extreme social reforms
• Someone who is resistant to change and holds traditional values and beliefs

What is a political convention?

• A festival celebrating political achievements
• A gathering of international leaders to discuss global issues
• A gathering of delegates from a political party to select candidates and shape party policy.
• A meeting of political opponents to negotiate compromises

What is the definition of a delegate?

• Another name for a candidate

• A person who is chosen or elected to represent or speak for others

• Someone offering a bribe at a convention

• A former president

What is a political debate?

• An interview with a group of national journalists

• A writing competition among political leaders

• A formal discussion on a political topic between candidates, politicians, or public figures.
• An ad campaign for politicians running for office

What is a democracy?

• A democracy is a system of government in which the citizens have the power to choose their leaders and participate in decision-making.
• A democracy is a system of government in which the leaders are appointed by a monarch
• A democracy is a system of government in which the citizens have no say in decision-making
• A democracy is a system of government in which the leaders are chosen by the military

What is an exit poll?

• A process of selecting the best exit strategy from a polling station
• An official method of counting votes before the official results are announced

• A survey of employees at polling stations

• A survey of voters taken immediately after they have exited the polling stations