Presidential Election Process Activity

How often does the Presidential Election Day occur in the United States?

• Every two years

• Every three years

• Every four years

• Every five years

What is the purpose of the primaries in the presidential election process?

• To elect the President directly

• To select party delegates

• To decide which candidate each party will support

• To count the popular vote

Who votes in the presidential primaries?

• Only party leaders

• Registered Democrats and Republicans

• All citizens over 18

• Only members of Congress

What happens after the national party nominees are chosen?

• The President is inaugurated

• The Electoral College votes

• The Presidential campaign begins

• The primaries are held

What is the final step before the winner of the popular election is officially elected?

• The primaries

• The Electoral College vote

• The inauguration

• The national convention

When is the new President inaugurated?

• November 4

• December 25

• January 20

• February 14

What is the role of delegates in the presidential election process?

• To vote in the general election

• To nominate the party's candidate for the Presidency

• To count the votes

• To campaign for the candidates

What is the main goal of the Presidential campaign?

• To raise money for the party

• To convince voters that the nominee is the best candidate

• To select delegates

• To organize the primaries

What is the significance of the Electoral College in the election process?

• It counts the popular vote

• It officially elects the President

• It organizes the primaries

• It nominates the candidates

What is one of the changes in the election process over the years?

• Fewer people can vote

• More people have a say in who their President will be

• The President is elected every two years

• The Electoral College has been abolished