Understanding the U.S. Presidential Election Process

Understanding the U.S. Presidential Election Process

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies, History

10th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Mia Campbell

FREE Resource

The video tutorial covers the process of electing a U.S. president, focusing on primaries, caucuses, and the Electoral College. It explains how candidates are nominated, the role of incumbency, and the general election process. The video also discusses the controversies surrounding the Electoral College, highlighting its impact on democracy and election outcomes. The tutorial aims to prepare students for exams by simplifying complex topics related to the U.S. presidential election system.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main purpose of primary elections in the U.S. presidential election process?

To decide on national policies

To determine the vice-presidential candidate

To select a party's candidate for the general election

To elect the president directly

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do open primaries differ from closed primaries?

Open primaries are conducted by the federal government, while closed primaries are state-run.

Open primaries allow any registered voter to participate, while closed primaries require party registration.

Open primaries are held online, while closed primaries are in-person.

Open primaries are only for presidential elections, while closed primaries are for all elections.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a caucus in the context of U.S. presidential elections?

A secret ballot election

A public discussion and voting event

A debate between candidates

A national party convention

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happens at a party's national convention?

The party's candidate and vice-presidential choice are presented

The president is elected

The primary elections are held

The electoral college votes are counted

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the incumbency advantage in U.S. presidential elections?

The support from international allies

The benefits a sitting president has over challengers

The advantage of being a new candidate

The ability to serve more than two terms

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How are electors chosen in the Electoral College system?

They are selected based on the number of congressional representatives

They are appointed by the Supreme Court

They are chosen by the president

They are elected by the public

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the winner-take-all system in the Electoral College?

The candidate with the most popular votes wins all electoral votes

The candidate with the most electoral votes wins the presidency

The candidate with the most votes in a state wins all that state's electoral votes

The candidate with the most votes in a region wins all regional votes

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