Civics: Topic 10 - 9 wks Review - Political Parties/Elections

What type of democracy does the United States have?

• Direct Democracy

• Parliamentary Democracy

• Representative Democracy/Republic

• Socialist Democracy

When is Election Day in the United States?

• The Tuesday following the first Monday of November

• The first Tuesday of November

• The second Monday of November

• November 4th every year

How often are Presidential Elections held in the United States?

• Every two years

• Every four years

• Every six years

• Every five years

What is the term used to describe a person who is currently holding a political position and is seeking to be re-elected for that same position?

• Challenger

• Nominee

• Incumbent

• Candidate

For most national and state or local offices, what must candidates do to run for a specific political office or position?

• They must win a General Election first.

• They must be appointed by the current officeholder.

• They must compete for their party's nomination in a Primary Election.

• They must independently campaign without a party's support.

What do candidates face if they win their party's nomination in a Primary Election?

• They automatically take office.

• They go on to face the nominees of other opposing parties during the General Election.

• They must participate in a national debate.

• They are required to step down from their current position.

Why do political parties exist?

• To raise money for charity.

• To organize national events.

• To nominate and elect individuals to political office.

• To provide entertainment during election cycles.

At which levels of government can candidates run for political office?

• Federal and State

• Federal, State, and County

• Federal, State, County, and Local (City)

• State and Local (City)

Which of the following is NOT listed as a constitutional requirement for running for political office?

• Age

• Citizenship

• Education

• Residency

Where are the requirements for persons running for Federal/National political office outlined?

• The Florida Constitution

• The United States Constitution

• State Constitutions

• Federal Law