WorksheetsCANDIDATE REPORT CARD
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 8mins
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1.
What is a key benefit of informed voting in a democratic society?
a)
It allows voters to make decisions based on facts and values.
b)
It ensures that only popular candidates win.
c)
It guarantees election outcomes.
d)
It minimizes the need for political debates.
2.
What is the significance of identifying personal values before voting?
a)
It helps in selecting the most popular candidate.
b)
It aligns your vote with candidates' stances.
c)
It allows you to ignore candidates' policies.
d)
It ensures you vote for the party you like.
3.
What is a common misconception about voting?
a)
Voting is a civic duty.
b)
All votes count equally.
c)
Voting is only for the educated.
d)
Voting is a waste of time.
4.
What should you do if you disagree with a candidate's position on an important issue?
a)
Follow popular opinion.
b)
Ignore the issue completely.
c)
Consider other candidates who align with your views.
d)
Vote for them anyway.
5.
What should voters focus on when creating a candidate report card?
a)
The candidates' personal lives.
b)
The candidates' previous campaign slogans.
c)
The number of followers each candidate has on social media.
d)
Three to five issues they care most about.
6.
What is the primary purpose of creating a candidate report card?
a)
To determine the most popular candidate.
b)
To summarize the history of previous elections.
c)
To promote specific political parties.
d)
To evaluate candidates based on selected issues and personal values.
7.
Which of the following is a step in the voting process?
a)
Choosing a candidate based on their appearance.
b)
Researching candidates' positions on issues.
c)
Voting without any prior knowledge.
d)
Listening only to campaign ads.
8.
Why is it important to listen to others' opinions about candidates?
a)
To confirm your own biases.
b)
To find out who is most popular.
c)
To gather diverse perspectives and insights.
d)
To decide based on emotional reactions.
9.
Which of the following issues is commonly considered important by voters?
a)
The environment.
b)
Sports events.
c)
Fashion trends.
d)
Celebrity news.
10.
Which of the following is NOT a quality to look for in a candidate?
a)
Strong understanding of the issues/policy.
b)
Previous experience in government.
c)
Ability to win an argument.
d)
Preference for a specific political party.
11.
Which quality is essential for a candidate to effectively communicate their policies?
a)
Strong communication skills.
b)
Ability to avoid controversy.
c)
Popularity among peers.
d)
Experience in entertainment.
12.
Which resource is recommended for obtaining non-partisan information about candidates?
a)
Social Media Platforms
b)
Project Vote Smart
c)
News Outlets
d)
Candidate Party Websites
13.
How can you compare candidates effectively?
a)
By asking friends for their opinions.
b)
By using resources like Vote 411.
c)
By looking at their campaign ads.
d)
By following them on social media.
14.
What does it mean to grade candidates based on a report card?
a)
To determine who has the most campaign funds.
b)
To evaluate them against your selected issues and qualities.
c)
To rank them by their popularity.
d)
To assess their social media presence.
15.
What should you take note of during your research on candidates?
a)
At least three things learned about each candidate.
b)
The number of social media followers each candidate has.
c)
The candidates' campaign slogans.
d)
The candidates' personal lives.
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