Electoral College

What is the purpose of the Electoral College?

• To decide the President every four years

• To elect state governors

• To conduct the Census

• To select U.S. Senators

How is the number of Electoral votes per state determined?

• Based on the number of people living in the state

• Equal for every state

• Based on the state's land area

• Decided by the state governor

How many total electors are there currently in the Electoral College?

• 538

• 270

• 435

• 100

What is the minimum number of electoral votes needed to win the Presidency?

• 270

• 538

• 100

• 435

How often is the Presidential election held?

• Every four years

• Every two years

• Every six years

• Every year

What happens on Election Day?

• People vote for the candidate of their choice

• The President is sworn in

• Electors are selected

• The Census is conducted

When is the President-elect sworn in as the new President?

• January 20

• November 4

• December 25

• July 4

Looking at the map, how many electoral votes does Texas have?

​ ​ (a)   has the most electoral votes.

• California
• Texas
• New York