
Understanding the Electoral College
Authored by Amy Barnhart
Social Studies
7th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What is the primary purpose of the Electoral College in the United States?
To elect members of Congress
To officially elect the President and Vice President
To conduct national referendums
To oversee state elections
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
How many electoral votes are required to win the presidency?
270
300
538
400
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Which of the following states has the most electoral votes?
Florida
Texas
California
New York
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What happens if no candidate receives a majority of electoral votes?
The candidate with the most votes wins
The election is decided by Congress
A new election is held
The Vice President decides the winner
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
In which year did the Supreme Court case Bush v. Gore take place?
1998
2000
2002
2004
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
How are a state's electoral votes calculated?
Based on the population of the state
Based on the number of Senators and Representatives the state has in Congress
Based on the number of registered voters in the state
Based on the state's land area
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
How often are presidential elections held in the United States?
Every 2 years
Every 4 years
Every 6 years
Every 8 years
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