Civics Lesson Review

What is an election?

• A meeting where laws are made

• A process where people vote to choose someone for a public role

• A celebration of new leaders

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Who is the President?

• The leader of the United States

• The head of a political party

• A local government official

What is a democracy?

• A system where only a few people make decisions

• A type of government where people vote for their leaders

• A government ruled by a king or queen

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CCSS.RI.6.4

Who is a citizen?

• A member of a country with voting rights

• A person who is in the military

• A visitor from another country

How often does the United States hold presidential elections?

• Every 2 years

• Every 4 years

• Every 6 years

Who can vote in a U.S. presidential election?

• Citizens who are 18 years or older and registered to vote

• Citizens under 18 with permission from a parent

• Anyone living in the country

What do candidates for president usually belong to?

• A university

• A sports team

• A political party

What are the two major political parties in the United States?

• Democratic Party and Republican Party

• Green Party and Libertarian Party

• Independent Party and Socialist Party

What happens on Election Day?

• Citizens stay home to watch the results

• Citizens vote for the president at voting stations

• The president gives a victory speech

What is the role of the Electoral College?

• It directly chooses the president

• It counts the votes in each state to help determine the winner

• It manages voting stations across the country