Voting and Elections

What is the main role of representatives elected by citizens in the United States?

• To create new laws independently

• To represent the interests of the citizens who elected them

• To appoint judges to the Supreme Court

• To manage local businesses

Which of the following is a requirement for someone to be able to vote in elections?

• Be a member of a political party

• Own property

• Register to vote

• Be a government employee

What is a political party?

• A group of citizens with no common interests

• A group of citizens with similar views on public issues

• A group of elected officials

• A government agency

What does the term "platform" refer to in politics?

• A type of election

• A party's written statement of principles, beliefs, and positions on issues

• A list of candidates running for office

• A government office

What is a "plank" in the context of a political platform?

• A part of a party's platform

• A list of candidates

• A government policy

• A type of election

Which of the following freedoms is protected for both candidates and voters?

• Freedom to work

• Free speech

• Freedom to travel

• Free healthcare

What is the core belief of the Democratic Party?

• The government should not interfere in people's lives

• The national government should take a more active role in people's lives

• The government should lower taxes for all citizens

• The government should focus on foreign policy

What does "free" refer to in the context of free and fair elections?

• Free of age restrictions

• Free of interference

• Free of cost to candidates

• Free of debate

Which of the following is a major characteristic of a fair election?

• Only one political party is allowed to participate

• Votes are counted secretly

• Election officials are held accountable to the rule of law

• Voters must pay a fee to vote

What role does a party's platform play for voters?

• It determines the outcome of the election

• It informs voters of the party's plans if it wins

• It lists all the candidates

• It is a legal document