What is the main purpose of a primary election?

Political Elections and Processes

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To elect the president directly
To select delegates for the Electoral College
To choose a party's candidate for the general election
To decide on policy issues
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How does an open primary differ from a closed primary?
Only registered party members can vote in an open primary
Voters can choose which party's primary to vote in during an open primary
Open primaries require voters to vote publicly
Open primaries are held only for presidential elections
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What is the role of delegates in the presidential nomination process?
They organize the national convention
They represent their state in Congress
They vote for the president in the general election
They commit to vote for a candidate at the national convention
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What is the primary function of the Electoral College?
To directly elect the president
To provide a platform for third-party candidates
To serve as a backup if the popular vote is inconclusive
To officially elect the president
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Why is the Electoral College considered controversial?
It always reflects the popular vote
It allows third-party candidates to win easily
It gives more power to smaller states
It can result in a president who did not win the popular vote
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What is the incumbency advantage in congressional elections?
Incumbents have a higher chance of winning re-election
Incumbents are less likely to win re-election
Incumbents cannot run for re-election
Incumbents have no advantage over challengers
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What typically happens to the president's party during midterm elections?
The president's party loses seats
The president's party is not affected
The president's party gains seats
The president's party remains unchanged
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