Electoral Process

What is an Open Primary?

• An election open to all citizens

• A primary where only party members can vote

• A primary where party members, independents, and some members of other parties can participate

• A primary held online

What is a Closed Primary?

• A primary open to all voters

• A primary where only registered party voters can cast a ballot

• A primary held in secret

• A primary for independent candidates only

What is a Caucus?

• A public debate between candidates

• A meeting where party members choose nominees after speeches and debates

• A social gathering for party members

• A fundraising event for candidates

What is Super Tuesday?

• The day of the general election

• A primary election day when the most U.S. states hold primary elections

• A national holiday for voting

• A day for local elections

What is the Winner-Take-All System?

• A system where the candidate with the most votes wins

• A system where votes are distributed equally

• A system where the election is decided by a coin toss

• A system where the losing party gets a consolation prize

What term describes redistricting in a way to favor a class or group but discriminate against another?

• Gerrymandering

• Redistricting

• Zoning

• Reapportionment

What is the main goal of redistricting?

• To create more districts

• To reflect population changes

• To increase taxes

• To build new schools

Gerrymandering can result in:

• Fair elections

• Unfair political advantages

• Increased voter registration

• Balanced district sizes