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Evan McMullin and 2016 Election Strategies

Evan McMullin and 2016 Election Strategies

Assessment

Interactive Video

Journalism, Social Studies, History

9th - 12th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

Created by

Olivia Brooks

FREE Resource

The video discusses Evan McMullin's independent presidential candidacy, focusing on his potential impact in Utah due to his appeal to conservative Mormon voters. It explores the future of the Republican Party post-election, highlighting figures like Mike Pence and Paul Ryan. The possibility of Donald Trump launching a media venture is considered, given his focus on ratings and connections with media figures. The video also reviews the humor at the Al Smith dinner, noting the lack of self-deprecation in Trump's speech compared to past political figures.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is Evan McMullin and what is his strategy in the 2016 Presidential election?

A Democrat candidate focusing on California

An independent candidate aiming to win Utah

A Green Party candidate focusing on New York

A Libertarian candidate targeting Texas

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the significance of the 12th Amendment in McMullin's strategy?

It allows a candidate to win with a minority vote

It lets the Senate decide the President

It involves the House deciding the President if no majority is reached

It mandates a recount in close elections

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is Evan McMullin particularly appealing to voters in Utah?

He is a well-known celebrity

He promises tax cuts

He is a Democrat

He offers a conservative alternative to Trump

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role might Mike Pence play in the Republican Party if Trump loses the election?

He will retire from politics

He will become the leader of the Democratic Party

He will start a new political party

He will emerge as a potential leader of the Republican Party

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What challenge might Paul Ryan face in the Republican Party?

A challenge from conservative members for the speakership

A challenge from independent voters

A challenge from the left wing of the party

A challenge from the Democratic Party

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What potential future venture is Donald Trump considering?

Starting a new political party

Launching a television channel

Becoming a university professor

Running for governor

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is Roger Ailes and what is his connection to Trump's potential media plans?

A former Fox News executive

A former CNN anchor

A newspaper editor

A Hollywood producer

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