Political Conventions Quiz

What is the main purpose of a political convention?

• To elect the president

• To officially select the party's candidate

• To create new laws

• To debate with the other party

When are conventions usually held?

• January or February

• March or April

• May or June

• July or August

What is a party's platform?

• The stage where candidates give speeches

• A list of the party's ideas and goals

• The schedule of events for the convention

• The party's campaign budget

What happens on the last day of the convention?

• The candidate gives an acceptance speech

• The party votes on new laws

• The convention center is cleaned up

• The losing candidates concede

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as something you might see at a convention?

• Colorful signs

• Balloons

• Fireworks

• Confetti

What does the party discuss at the convention regarding their platform?

• Their favorite foods

• Their principles, goals, and ideas

• The convention schedule

• The opposing party's weaknesses

Who gives speeches at the convention?

• Only the presidential candidate

• Notable people from the party

• Members of the opposing party

• Random attendees

What announcement does the chosen candidate make at the convention?

• Their favorite color

• Their running mate and nominee for vice president

• The date of the next convention

• Their retirement from politics

What is one requirement for a vice presidential candidate?

• Must be older than the presidential candidate

• Must have been a governor

• Must meet all the same requirements as a presidential candidate

• Must be from a different political party

What is one role of the vice president mentioned in the image?

• To disagree with the president

• To run the conventions

• To take over the duties of a president if needed

• To choose the cabinet members