Understanding Voting and Democracy

Which age group had the highest voter turnout in the 2020 election?

• Ages 18-34

• Ages 34-64

• Ages 65+

In some states, elections are held entirely by ____. A) Phone B) Mail C) Internet

• Phone

• Mail

• Internet

What is one method of voting mentioned in the document?

• Voting by phone

• Voting by mail

• Voting by text

What is required to preregister to vote in many states?

• A passport

• A driver's license

• A birth certificate

What is the first public step a candidate must take to become a president?

• Declare their candidacy

• Win a debate

• Raise money

• Get media attention

In a recall election, voters decide whether to ______.

• Keep the current politician

• Elect someone new

• Both A and B

• None of the above

What is a referendum?

• A proposed law that requires voter approval

• A type of election

• A political debate

• A campaign strategy

What must candidates do to gain support for their campaign?

• Declare their candidacy

• Raise money

• Get attention from political leaders

• All of the above.

Which of the following states do not allow recall elections?

• California

• New York

• Texas

• Florida

In some states, citizens can petition to have a new law put on the ballot for voters to approve or reject. This is called a ______.

• Recall

• Referendum

• Initiative

• Amendment