Political Systems and Election Processes

Political Systems and Election Processes

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies

10th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

FREE Resource

The video tutorial explores various electoral systems, including proportional representation and single-member districts, and their impact on political stability and party systems. It examines presidential electoral systems in countries like Mexico, Nigeria, Iran, and Russia, highlighting differences in voting rules. The role of regulatory organizations in overseeing elections and ensuring fairness is discussed, with examples from Iran, Mexico, and Nigeria. The tutorial also covers appointment systems in legislative bodies and the timing of elections across different nations.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one potential drawback of proportional representation systems?

They can result in political gridlock and instability.

They often lead to a single-party dominance.

They eliminate small political parties.

They reduce the number of minority candidates.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a common feature of proportional representation systems?

They ensure a single-party majority.

They eliminate minority representation.

They increase the number of political parties.

They often lead to a two-party system.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do single-member districts typically influence political systems?

They eliminate geographic representation.

They reduce voter accountability.

They promote two-party systems.

They encourage multi-party systems.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a benefit of single-member districts?

They provide strong constituency service and accountability.

They ensure minority representation.

They promote multi-party systems.

They reduce the number of elections.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In Nigeria, what is required for a presidential candidate to win?

Support from the military.

A simple majority in the capital city.

A plurality of votes and at least 25% in two-thirds of the states.

An absolute majority of the popular vote.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How are presidential candidates elected in Iran and Russia?

By a council of elders.

By an absolute majority of the popular vote.

By a plurality of votes.

Through a parliamentary decision.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which country uses biometric data to enhance the credibility of its elections?

Russia

Iran

Mexico

Nigeria

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