California's Recall Election Nears End

California's Recall Election Nears End

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Politics, Social Studies, History

9th - 12th Grade

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The video discusses the recall vote for California Governor Gavin Newsom, highlighting its potential impact on the 2022 midterms and congressional control. President Biden strongly supports Newsom, urging Californians to vote against the recall. The video also explores the possibility of a Republican governor appointing a replacement for Senator Dianne Feinstein, which could shift Senate control. Polls show a majority favoring Newsom's retention.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What major political event could the recall vote for Gavin Newsom potentially influence?

The 2021 Local Elections

The 2024 Presidential Election

The 2022 Midterms

The 2023 Gubernatorial Elections

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was President Biden's message to California voters regarding the recall?

Ignore the recall

Stay neutral in the recall

Vote no on the recall

Vote yes on the recall

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is the recall vote in California attracting national attention?

It is a test for new voting machines

It involves a celebrity candidate

It is the first recall in U.S. history

It could change the Senate majority

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What could happen if a Republican governor replaces Senator Dianne Feinstein?

Democrats would gain a Senate majority

A new election would be called

Republicans could gain a narrow lead in the Senate

The Senate would remain unchanged

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to the latest polls, what percentage of voters wanted Newsom to remain in office?

41%

57%

50%

63%