Key Political Insights for 2024

Key Political Insights for 2024

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Amelia Wright

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The video discusses potential running mates for Kamala Harris, focusing on their home states and the impact these states could have on future elections. It highlights the voting patterns of these states in the 2020 presidential election, noting their significance as swing states. The video also examines the political success of Andy Beshear in Kentucky, a predominantly Republican state, and the potential influence of candidates like Roy Cooper, Mark Kelly, and Josh Shapiro in their respective states. The conclusion emphasizes the strategic importance of these states in the electoral process.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT a potential running mate for Kamala Harris mentioned in the video?

Roy Cooper

Andy Beshear

Gavin Newsom

Mark Kelly

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is unique about Andy Beshear's political success in Kentucky?

He is the first Democratic governor in Kentucky.

He has won three statewide elections in a predominantly Republican state.

He switched parties to win elections.

He is the youngest governor in Kentucky's history.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is North Carolina considered a crucial state for the Democrats in the 2024 election?

It has a large number of electoral votes.

It is the home state of Kamala Harris.

Winning North Carolina makes it harder for Trump to win.

It has consistently voted Democrat in past elections.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant change occurred in Arizona during the 2020 presidential election?

It switched from Republican to Democrat.

It was the first state to report results.

It voted for a third-party candidate.

It had the highest voter turnout in history.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a notable fact about Mark Kelly besides his political career?

He is a Nobel Prize winner.

He is a former astronaut.

He was a professional athlete.

He is a famous author.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which state is known for historically voting Democrat but supported Trump in 2016?

Arizona

Pennsylvania

Kentucky

North Carolina

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the significance of the home states of the potential running mates?

They are all guaranteed to vote Democrat.

They are all located in the southern United States.

They have the highest number of electoral votes.

They are all swing states or have unique political dynamics.

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