Understanding USA Elections and Politics

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

• 16 years

• 18 years

• 21 years

• 25 years

The _____ to the United States Constitution granted women the right to vote.

How many total electoral votes are there in the United States Electoral College?

• 435

• 538

• 270

• 100

Which two major political parties dominate the political landscape in the USA?

• Labour and Conservative

• Democratic and Republican

• Green and Libertarian

• Socialist and Communist

What is the primary role of the Electoral College in the United States?

• To draft new laws

• To elect the President and Vice President

• To oversee the Supreme Court

• To manage state budgets

Which of the following is a significant impact of media on elections in the USA?

• Media has no impact on elections

• Media can influence public opinion and voter behaviour

• Media controls the voting process

• Media determines the election results

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

• Filibustering

• Gerrymandering

• Lobbying

• Canvassing

Which of the following is a requirement for a candidate to win the presidency in the USA?

• Win the popular vote

• Secure at least 270 electoral votes

• Be a member of the Democratic Party

• Be a member of the Republican Party

Which media platform has become increasingly influential in recent US elections?

• Newspapers

• Radio

• Social Media

• Television

What is the significance of the Voting Rights Act of 1965 in the USA?

• It abolished the Electoral College

• It prohibited racial discrimination in voting

• It established the two-party system

• It lowered the voting age to 16