Understanding the Presidential Election Process

Who was the first president of the United States mentioned in the video?

• Theodore Roosevelt

• Abraham Lincoln

• Thomas Jefferson

• George Washington

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What symbol represents the Democratic party?

• Elephant

• Lion

• Donkey

• Eagle

What is the symbol for the Republican party?

• Bear

• Donkey

• Elephant

• Hawk

Where is the first primary election held?

• Texas

• New Hampshire

• California

• Iowa

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What happens at political conventions?

• Candidates are chosen

• Voters cast their ballots

• Presidents take oath

• Laws are made

What do candidates do in debates?

• Dance

• Paint

• Answer questions

• Sing national anthem

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What do presidential candidates often do during their campaign?

• Play sports

• Study in school

• Travel and meet people

• Go fishing

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What happens if a candidate loses the election?

• They refuse to leave

• They become vice-president

• They leave the country

• They congratulate the winner

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What is done on Inauguration Day if you win the presidency?

• Resign from the job

• Go on vacation

• Start campaigning

• Move into the White House

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What do children do even though they cannot vote?

• Protest

• Use their voice to make change

• Ignore politics

• Write laws

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