Voting
What is voting?
Choosing your preferred candidates / options
What is a ballot?
A piece of paper where people can vote on their choices
What are the names of people who run for office?
Candidates
What Is civic engagement?
Getting involved in your community to make a change
How many stars are in the American flag?
50
True or False: Can you vote online?
False but you can pre-register and register to vote online
Where can you turn in your completed ballot?
Polling place / vote center
How many branches of government are there?
3
What are some examples of civic engagement?
-Volunteering
-Voting
-Stay informed
-Write letters to government officials
-Go to council / board meetings
How many U.S Presidents were there?
45 but there has been 47 Presidencies
At what age can you pre-register to vote in California?
16 years old
How often do general / presidential elections happen?
Every 4 years
What are the names of the branches of government?
- Legislative
- Executive
- Judicial
Why is Civic Engagement important?
-It empowers individuals
-Strengthens communities
-Leads to positive change
Which President served the longest?
Franklin D. Roosevelt
Why is it important to vote?
- Gives you a voice in your community
- Influences our future
How often do primary elections happen in California?
Every 2 years / Every even numbered years
What are the two parts of the Legislative branch?
Senate and House of Representatives
True or False: Filling out a student loan application is a form of Civic Engagement
False
it does not contribute to the community or democratic processes
What Senators represent California in the U.S Senate?
-Alex Padilla
-Adam Schiff
What year were women granted the right to vote?
1920
What is the Electoral College?
The process in the United States that elects the President and Vice President
The Judicial branch is headed by....?
The Supreme Court
Who invented Civic Engagement?
There was no specific person who invented Civic Engagement. It was a movement of a group of people.
Name one of the California State Senate representatives.
-John Laird
-Robert Rivas