US politics expert previews election as campaigning enters final stretch

US politics expert previews election as campaigning enters final stretch

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The video discusses the high voter turnout in the current election, with over 70 million Americans having already voted. It contrasts the campaign strategies of Trump and Biden, highlighting Trump's active rally schedule and Biden's more conservative approach, supplemented by Barack Obama's support. The video also examines polling trends, noting Biden's consistent lead in national polls but tighter races in battleground states. It addresses the impact of the pandemic on voting, with many ballots expected to be counted after Election Day, potentially delaying results. The video emphasizes the importance of understanding these dynamics in the context of the U.S. electoral system.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one reason for the high voter turnout in the 2020 US election?

Increased number of polling stations

Mandatory voting laws

High enthusiasm for early voting and mail-in ballots

Extended voting hours

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How has Biden's campaign strategy differed from Trump's in the 2020 election?

Biden has not campaigned at all

Biden has campaigned in fewer states than Trump

Biden has held more rallies than Trump

Biden has focused on virtual events while Trump has held in-person rallies

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a notable difference in voter behavior between the 2016 and 2020 elections?

More third-party candidates in 2020

More undecided voters in 2020

Fewer undecided voters in 2020

Higher voter turnout in 2016

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why might the results of the 2020 US election be delayed?

Increased number of polling stations

Extended voting hours

High volume of mail-in ballots

Technical issues with voting machines

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What trend is expected in the exit polls from in-person voting on Election Day?

A swing towards third-party candidates

A swing towards Republican voters

A swing towards Democratic voters

No significant trend