Election Process
What is the order of the presidential election steps?
Place these steps in the correct order: Election Day, primaries and caucuses, inauguration, Electoral College vote, candidate’s announcement to run, national convention.
What is it called when members of one party vote in the other party's primary?
Cross-over voting or raiding.
What is the room where the president performs official duties?
The Oval Office.
Who feared the presidency might turn into a monarchy?
Patrick Henry.
What month does the Electoral College meet?
December
What are two common career paths to the presidency?
Typically, governors and senators.
What are the two states that do not use a winner-take-all system?
Maine and Nebraska.
Why might a president issue pardons on his last day?
To finalize decisions before leaving office and protect their reputation.
Which state holds the first presidential caucus?
Iowa
How does the Senate handle Electoral College votes?
The Senate counts the Electoral College votes in January.
What must a candidate achieve to win the presidency?
A candidate must win 270 electoral votes, a majority, in order to win the election.
How often must a state’s Electoral College votes be recalculated?
Every ten years, after the census.
What is a delegate?
A party representative who supports a candidate’s nomination at the national convention.
Which city has never been a U.S. capital?
Boston
What is a pardon?
Releasing a convicted person from the remainder of their sentence.
What happens if no candidate wins the Electoral College majority?
The election is decided by the House of Representatives.
What is the date of the general election?
The first Tuesday after the first Monday in November.
When is Super Tuesday?
The day when the greatest number of presidential primaries are held (varies each election cycle).
What does the term "natural-born citizen" mean?
A citizen who is born on American soil or to American parents abroad.
Who pays for the transition of power?
The federal government.
What is the purpose of a presidential primary?
To select delegates to the national convention.
What are the implications of allegiance to Christ in voting?
Discuss the importance of prioritizing faith over political candidates.
Which type of primary requires party membership?
Closed primary.
What was the original role of the vice president in elections?
The vice president was originally the runner-up in the Electoral College.
Can a candidate win without the popular vote?
Yes, a candidate can win the presidency without winning the nationwide popular vote.