elections
Where can people find voter registration forms?
At local government offices or online.
What is federalism?
A system of government where power is divided between the federal government and states.
What is the primary function of the executive branch of the United States government?
To enforce the laws.
How is the president of the United States chosen?
By the Electoral College
What is one of the key roles of the government in a democracy like the United States?
To balance individual rights with the needs of the community
Which step in the presidential election process involves selecting the party's candidate through voting in each state?
Primary election
What are expressed (or enumerated) powers?
Powers specifically granted to the federal government by the Constitution,
ex: such as the power to tax, declare war, and regulate commerce.
What is required for a candidate to win the presidency in the Electoral College?
A majority of electoral votes
How is the number of senators and representatives determined for each state?
Each state has two senators, and the number of representatives is based on the state's population
How does requiring vaccinations in schools balance individual rights with community needs?
It limits individual choice to ensure that the community stays healthy
Where are polling places typically located?
In schools, community centers, and other public buildings.
What are the powers given to state governments called,
what are the powers shared by both the federal government and state governments called
Reserved powers
and Concurrent powers
Where can people find voter registration forms? (provide 2 places)
At local government offices
or online.
Why did the Founding Fathers create the Electoral College?
They thought the general population might not be informed enough to make the best choice
What is a major part of the Republican Party’s education policy?
Advocating for school choice, including charter schools and vouchers.
How many total electors are there in the Electoral College?
538
What is federalism?
A system of government where power is divided between the federal government and states.
Which of the following statements accurately describes the legislative branch of the United States government? *( name 3 parts)
It is made up of the Congress:
the House of Representatives
and the Senate.
Candidate X wins the popular vote in State M and State N. Candidate Y wins the popular vote in State O.
Who gets the most electoral votes?
state M: : 3
State N : 4
State O: 10
Candidate X with 10 electoral votes
. How do Republicans approach the issue of abortion?
They are pro-life and seek to overturn Roe v. Wade to restrict access to abortion.
What is an absentee ballot?
A form sent to voters who cannot attend the polling place on Election Day.
. In a democracy like the United States, how does the government balance the rights of individuals with the needs of the community?
By ensuring individual freedoms while also addressing public safety, health, and environmental concerns
In a town, there’s a debate about a new law that would ban smoking in all public parks. How do individual rights and community rights apply to this situation?
Individual rights: People should be allowed to smoke in parks because it is their personal choice.
Community rights: The law will be good for everyone because it will keep the parks cleaner and healthier.
State X: 2 Senators + 6 Representatives = 8 electoral votes
State Y: 2 Senators + 4 Representatives = 6 electoral votes
State Z: 2 Senators + 7 Representatives = 9 electoral votes
Candidate A wins the popular vote in State X and State Z. Candidate B wins the popular vote in State Y.
Who wins the most electoral votes?
Candidate A with 17 electoral votes
What is the primary function of the judicial branch of the United States government?
to interpret the laws.