Barriers to Voting

Which federal law specifically addresses accessibility issues for voters with disabilities?

• Voting Rights Act of 1965

• Civil Rights Act of 1964

• Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990

• Fair Housing Act

Less than __ percent of polling places visited during the 2016 general election were fully accessible for people with disabilities?

How many states enacted restrictive voting laws in 2023 that will affect the 2024 general election?

• 10

• 7

• 20

• 14

What is an independent voter?

• A voter who registers with a third party

• A voter who chooses to register to vote with no party affiliation

• A voter who only votes in presidential elections

• A voter who works at the polling place

What is a referendum?

• A decision made by the government without voter input

• A public opinion poll on various issues

• A proposed piece of legislation that people can directly vote on

• The process of counting votes

Which form of identification is required to register to vote in California?

• Passport

• Birth Certificate

• Driver's License or State ID

• School ID

What age group is allowed to pre-register to vote in California?

• 15 & 16 year olds

• 16 & 17 year olds

• 17 & 18 year olds

• 18 & 19 year olds

What is a significant effect of strict voter ID laws?

• Improved accuracy in voter registration databases

• Decreased costs of election administration

• Disproportionate impact on voters of color

• Increased voter turnout across all demographics

What was a finding regarding voters of color and mail ballots in the Georgia primary in 2020?

• There was no difference in rejection rates between racial groups

• Mail ballots from voters of color were less likely to be rejected

• Mail ballots from voters of color were more likely to be rejected

• All mail ballots were rejected at the same rate

What impact does polling place consolidation have on voter turnout?

• It only affects turnout in rural areas

• It significantly increases voter turnout

• It has no impact on voter turnout

• It severely decreases turnout, especially among Black voters