Understanding School Elections and Voting

The video follows a student facing a dilemma as their two best friends run for school president. Through discussions with family and teachers, the student learns about the importance and process of voting. They weigh the candidates' ideas and make a decision, emphasizing the value of privacy in voting. The story concludes with the student reflecting on how to support the friend who doesn't win.

What is the main problem the narrator faces regarding the school election?

• Choosing between two friends running for president

• Deciding whether to run for president

• Finding time to vote

• Understanding the rules of the election

According to Mrs. Hardy, what is the purpose of voting?

• To make friends

• To win prizes

• To express opinions and make majority-based decisions

• To avoid responsibilities

What does Becca emphasize about voting?

• It is a waste of time

• It is a privilege and should be private

• It is only for adults

• It is not important

What advice do the narrator's parents give about voting?

• Vote for the most popular candidate

• Choose leaders who will improve the world

• Vote for the candidate with the best campaign signs

• Avoid voting to save time

What role do the narrator's parents play in the election process?

• They are campaign managers for Abby

• They are election judges

• They volunteer for a mayoral campaign

• They are running for office

What are Abby and Matt's campaign promises?

• Abby wants new classroom computers; Matt wants to fix the baseball field

• Abby wants a new cafeteria; Matt wants more sports equipment

• Abby wants longer recess; Matt wants more homework

• Abby wants a school dance; Matt wants a new library

How does the narrator feel after making a voting decision?

• Indifferent and bored

• Excited and happy

• Nervous and unsure

• Confident and relieved

What does the narrator decide about revealing their vote?

• They tell everyone

• They announce it in class

• They keep it private

• They write it in a letter

What is the narrator's new concern after voting?

• How to avoid the election results

• How to celebrate the winner

• How to organize a recount

• How to cheer up the friend who doesn't win

What does the narrator hope for the outcome of the election?

• That the election is postponed

• That the election is canceled

• That the winner will be a great school president

• That both friends win