Understanding Mid Term Elections

What are mid-term elections?

• The elections for Congress and some of the Senate

• The elections for Governors

• Elections in which members of Congress and some Governors are being elected, but not the President

• Elections in which members of Congress and some Governors are not being elected, but the President is

What are midterm elections in the United States?

• Elections held every four years to elect the President.

• Elections held halfway through a President's term to elect members of Congress.

• Elections held every year to elect local government officials.

• Elections held every six years to elect Senators.

Which of the following positions are typically elected during midterm elections?

• The President and Vice President.

• Members of the House of Representatives and some Senators.

• Supreme Court Justices.

• State Governors only.

How many U.S. Representatives run for election every two years

• All 435 Representatives

• About 1/3 of Representatives

• None, they serve 6 year terms

• 1/2

  they serve 4 year terms

What is voter turnout like during midterm elections compared to presidential elections?

• Higher than presidential elections.

• Lower than presidential elections.

• About the same as presidential elections.

• Voter turnout is not measured during midterm elections.

Which of the following is a common issue that influences midterm elections?

• International trade agreements.

• Local weather patterns.

• The President's approval rating.

• The outcome of the previous Super Bowl.

How many Senate seats are contested during midterm elections?

• All 100 seats.

• 50 seats.

• Approximately one-third of the seats.

• None, as Senate elections only occur during presidential elections.