Understanding the Voting Process

What is the primary purpose of an election in a democratic society?

• To select a monarch

• To choose representatives and leaders

• To determine tax rates

• To create new laws

Which of the following is a requirement for voter registration in most states?

• Owning property

• Being at least 18 years old

• Having a college degree

• Being employed

What is the main role of political parties in elections?

• To collect taxes

• To nominate candidates and organize campaigns

• To enforce laws

• To conduct the election process

Which voting system is commonly used in the United States for most elections?

• Proportional representation

• First-past-the-post

• Ranked choice voting

• Single transferable vote

What is the term for the list of candidates that voters can choose from in an election?

• Ballot

• Manifesto

• Agenda

• Charter

Which of the following is NOT a major political party in the United States?

• Democratic Party

• Republican Party

• Green Party

• Labour Party

What is the impact of a proportional representation voting system?

• It often leads to a two-party system

• It allows for more representation of smaller parties

• It eliminates the need for elections

• It guarantees a majority government

What is the term for the process of drawing district boundaries to favor a particular political party?

• Redistricting

• Gerrymandering

• Zoning

• Apportionment

Which amendment to the U.S. Constitution granted women the right to vote?

• 15th Amendment

• 19th Amendment

• 21st Amendment

• 26th Amendment

What is the minimum age requirement to vote in federal elections in the United States?

• 16 years

• 18 years

• 21 years

• 25 years