AP Gov - Topic 5.8 - FAC (Master Copy)

One common criticism of the Electoral College is that it:

• Favors smaller states

• Makes elections too predictable

• Limits third-party candidates

• Makes popular votes irrelevant

What is the typical outcome for electoral votes in most states during presidential elections?

• They are divided among all candidates.

• The winner receives all electoral votes.

• Smaller states get more votes per capita.

• Votes are awarded by proportional representation.

Which of the following is NOT an advantage typically enjoyed by incumbents in Congress?

• Financial support from national committees

• Better access to campaign funding

• Easier connections to constituents

• Less media scrutiny than challengers

What is one major criticism of the winner-take-all system in the Electoral College?

• Popular vote doesn't always match the winner

• All states receive equal electoral votes

• Electors can switch votes easily

• It is difficult to secure a majority vote

What type of primary election does not require voters to be registered as party affiliates?

• Blanket

• Closed

• General

• Open

What role does the Electoral College play in U.S. Presidential elections?

• It decides who will be the Vice President.

• It certifies the final vote count of the election.

• It officially elects the President based on the electoral votes each candidate receives.

• It conducts the national popular vote.

What does the incumbency advantage mean?

• The advantage of being a third-party candidate

• The advantage of being a new candidate

• The benefit that the person in office has in an election

• The disadvantage of being an incumbent candidate

What are the meetings called where political parties choose their candidates?

• Party Conventions

• Soft Money

• Caucuses

• Sessions

Definition: Meetings of party delegates called to nominate candidates for office and establish party agendas.

• Party Conventions

• Caucuses

• Party-line Voting

• Critical Elections

Which of the following is true about the electoral college system?

• It encourages the emergence of third parties.

• It encourages candidates to concentrate their campaigns in competitive, populous states.

• It ensures that the votes of all citizens count equally in selecting the President.

• It requires that a candidate win a minimum of 26 states to obtain a majority in the college.

• It tends to make presidential elections appear closer than they really are.