5.2 Fast and the Curious

What is a structural barrier to voting?

• Media influence

• Transportation issues

• Weather conditions

• Voter ID laws

What does political efficacy refer to?

• The influence of social media on voting

• The amount of money spent on campaigns

• The number of candidates in an election

• A citizen's belief about whether their vote matters

Which demographic is most likely to vote?

• 18-21 year olds

• Middle-aged adults

• Senior citizens

• Teenagers

Which type of election sees the highest voter turnout?

• State elections

• National elections

• School board elections

• Local elections

What is one reason 18-21 year olds might not vote?

• They are not allowed to vote

• They don't know how to register or where to vote

• They are too busy with work

• They are not interested in politics

What factor might influence a person's choice to vote based on candidate characteristics?

• The candidate's fashion sense

• The candidate's likability and trustworthiness

• The candidate's age

• The candidate's height

How might contemporary political issues affect voting?

• They have no effect on voting

• They only affect young voters

• They only affect voters in big cities

• They can lead people to vote against certain parties

Which group is more likely to vote Democrat according to the text?

• Women

• Men

• Senior citizens

• Teenagers

What is one reason given for why senior citizens vote more?

• They have more free time

• They have a better understanding of political issues

• They are required by law

• They receive incentives

What is one reason a Republican might not vote in a heavily Democratic state?

• They forgot to register

• They believe their vote won't matter

• They are not interested in politics

• They are out of town