Political Campaigns and Elections Overview

Political Campaigns and Elections Overview

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies, History, Political Science

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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This video introduces chapters 13 and 14, focusing on campaigns, elections, and political parties. It discusses key concepts such as voter turnout, the stages of modern campaigns, and the challenges faced by third parties in the U.S. The video also compares general and midterm elections, highlighting their differences. Finally, it emphasizes that elections are a man-made system with both advantages and disadvantages, encouraging students to critically evaluate the electoral process.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary goal of political parties in a campaign?

To win elections

To educate the public

To promote social welfare

To create policy

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of discussing campaigns and elections together?

They are both about policy making

They both focus on international relations

They both involve political parties

They are unrelated topics

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which factor is NOT typically associated with decreased voter turnout?

Gender differences

Racial and ethnic differences

Weather conditions

Disengagement

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a key stage in a modern campaign?

Debate preparation

Voter registration

Fundraising

Policy drafting

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why do third parties struggle in the U.S. political system?

Winner-take-all system

Lack of funding

Limited media coverage

Poor leadership

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a structural barrier faced by third parties?

Proportional representation

Public funding

Single-member districts

Open primaries

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a characteristic of midterm elections?

Higher voter turnout than presidential elections

Only members of Congress are up for election

They focus on local issues

They occur every four years

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