Government Review

The difference between a caucus and a primary is:

• A caucus is a local gathering where voters openly decide which candidate to support, while a primary is a statewide voting process where voters cast secret ballots.

• A caucus is a statewide voting process where voters cast secret ballots, while a primary is a local gathering where voters openly decide which candidate to support.

• Both caucus and primary are local gatherings where voters openly decide which candidate to support.

• Both caucus and primary are statewide voting processes where voters cast secret ballots.

The purpose of a National Convention is to:

• elect government officials

• discuss national policies

• nominate candidates for presidency

• celebrate national holidays

Which of the following activities are involved in political campaigns?

• Fundraising

• Door-to-door canvassing

• Debates

• All of the above

How many votes does a candidate need to win in the Electoral College?

• A candidate needs a majority of 270 electoral votes to win in the Electoral College.

• A candidate needs a majority of 300 electoral votes to win in the Electoral College.

• A candidate needs a majority of 250 electoral votes to win in the Electoral College.

• A candidate needs a majority of 280 electoral votes to win in the Electoral College.

What is a criticism of the Electoral College?

• It gives too much power to small states.

• It ensures a direct popular vote.

• It is a modern and efficient system.

• It eliminates the need for a presidential election.

Which states do not follow the winner-take-all rule in the Electoral College?

• California and Texas

• Florida and New York

• Maine and Nebraska

• Ohio and Illinois

What happens if no candidate gets 270 votes in the Electoral College?

• The election is decided by the House of Representatives.

• The candidate with the most popular votes wins.

• A new election is held immediately.

• The Supreme Court decides the winner.

The proposed reform for the Electoral College is:

• Abolishing it entirely

• Implementing a proportional representation system

• Maintaining the current system

• Introducing a ranked-choice voting system

What are swing states?

• States that consistently vote for the same political party

• States with a large number of electoral votes

• States where both major political parties have similar levels of support

• States that have never voted in a presidential election

Which amendments expanded voting rights to African American men, women, and lowered the voting age to 18?

• 13th, 14th, 15th Amendments

• 15th, 19th, 26th Amendments

• 14th, 19th, 24th Amendments

• 12th, 17th, 23rd Amendments