History Kids: The Presidential Election Process

The video explains the features of Air Force One and the process of becoming the U.S. President, including constitutional requirements, the election process, the role of political parties, primaries, national conventions, and the Electoral College. It highlights the steps from candidacy announcement to the general election and the unique role of the Electoral College in determining the president.

What is the minimum age requirement to become the President of the United States?

• 25 years

• 30 years

• 35 years

• 40 years

Which document outlines the basic requirements for becoming the President?

• All of the above

• Bill of Rights

• Constitution

• Declaration of Independence

Where must a presidential candidate file their official papers to run for office?

• Federal Election Commission

• White House

• State Legislature

• Registrar of Voters

How many major political parties are there in the United States?

• 5

• 3

• 1

• 2

What is the process called where party members gather to discuss and vote for their preferred candidate?

• Delegation

• Party

• Election

• Caucus

What is the purpose of the National Convention?

• To hold a general election

• To finalize the party's presidential candidate

• To elect a new Secretary of State

• To introduce new party members

What is the combination of a presidential candidate and their vice-presidential choice called?

• Frontrunner

• Delegates

• A combo

• A ticket

Who determines the date of the U.S. presidential elections?

• Supreme Court

• Congress

• The President

• State legislatures

How many total electors are there in the Electoral College?

• 538

• 380

• 255

• 100

Who created the Electoral College?

• None of the above

• Members of the Constitutional Convention

• George Washington

• Members of the 1st Congress