Understanding the Electoral College and the Founders' Intentions

The video discusses the compromises in the U.S. Constitution, focusing on the Electoral College. It explores the framers' concerns about too much democracy and the potential for mob rule, leading to the creation of indirect electoral processes. The video also highlights the historical context of voting rights and the balance between democracy and governance.

What was the main focus of the video series discussed in the introduction?

• The balance between state and federal powers

• The Electoral College as a constitutional compromise

• The role of the judiciary in the Constitution

• The Bill of Rights and its implications

What concern did the framers have about the American Revolution?

• It did not create enough equality

• It failed to establish a strong military

• It went too far in creating equality and liberty

• It strengthened the monarchy

What was one of the incidents that led to revising the Articles of Confederation?

• The Battle of Bunker Hill

• The signing of the Declaration of Independence

• The Boston Tea Party

• Shays' Rebellion

How did the founders view the average citizen's ability to participate in democracy?

• They believed all citizens were equally capable

• They had a dim view of the average citizen's ability

• They thought only women were capable

• They believed only the military should vote

What was the original process for selecting members of the Senate?

• They were appointed, not elected

• They were elected by the public

• They were appointed by the President

• They were chosen by the military

When did all white men gain the right to vote regardless of property ownership?

• In the 1770s

• In the 1920s

• In the 1960s

• In the 1820s

What is the main purpose of the Electoral College according to the founders?

• To ensure direct democracy

• To safeguard the presidency from mob influence

• To simplify the election process

• To give more power to smaller states

How are the electors in the Electoral College determined for each state?

• By the number of governors

• By the number of senators and representatives

• By the population size

• By the number of cities

What was the founders' concern about direct democracy?

• It would lead to too much freedom

• It would be too expensive

• It could result in unqualified leaders

• It would be too slow

What does the Electoral College system add to the presidential election process?

• A direct voting method

• A simpler voting system

• An extra layer of safety

• A faster counting process