Voting and Elections Flashcard

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What are the two main types of federal elections?

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Primary elections and general elections

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What is the first step in the voting process?

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Register to vote

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What is the final step in the voting process?

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Casting the ballot

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What is an electoral system?

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A set of rules that determine how elections and referendums are conducted and how their results are determined.

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Why is voting important in a democracy?

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Voting gives citizens a voice in the decision-making process and holds elected officials accountable.

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What is the significance of voting in a democratic society?

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It allows citizens to participate in the decision-making process and have a say in the governance of their country.

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Who is eligible to vote in an election?

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Citizens who meet the age and residency requirements set by the government.

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What are the criteria for voter eligibility in a democratic country?

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Citizenship, minimum age requirement, and registration in the electoral roll

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What are the names of the two major political parties in the U.S.?

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Republican & Democratic

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Which act was passed in 1965 that forbids people to use scare tactics to prohibit citizens from voting?

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The Voting Rights Act