U.S. Election Quiz

What is an election?

• A. A time when people choose new leaders or make decisions on issues

• B. A holiday for people to celebrate democracy

• C. A meeting between government leaders

• D. A party held by the president

Who can vote in U.S. elections?

• Anyone who lives in the U.S.

• Citizens who are 18 or older

• Only people who are running for office

• Everyone, including children

Which of these is NOT a level of government that has elections?

• Local

• National

• State

• International

What is a campaign?

• A vacation trip for candidates

• A way candidates share their ideas with voters

• A day when people vote

• A type of government building

What is the Electoral College?

• A group of schools for presidents

• A system that helps decide the president of the U.S.

How many electoral votes does a candidate need to become president?

• 50

• 100

• 270

• 500

Why is voting important in a democracy?

• It gives people a say in who leads them

• It's a tradition that must be followed

• It lets candidates choose their own voters

• It is only important for big elections

In a presidential election, which type of vote determines who wins in each state?

• Popular vote from the people

• Candidate’s family votes

• Congress members’ votes

• Electoral College votes

Which of the following happens last in the election process?

• Voting

• Campaigning

• Announcing candidates

• Counting votes

What is the main purpose of having elections?

• To make sure people have a say in government decisions

• To let citizens throw parties

• To choose the best celebrity for a government role

• To gather people in one place