The Basics
What is the minimum age to vote in the US?
18
What is the name of the people who cast the official votes for President and Vice President in the U.S.?
Electors
In what month is the president-elect sworn in?
January
Name 2 things the Republican party is in favor of.
Closing the borders, limiting women's reproductive rights, guns
When is the Presidential election held?
Every 4 years
How many electoral votes does a candidate need to win the presidency?
270
Where can Americans vote from?
Anywhere in the world
Name 2 things the Democratic party is in favor of.
Abortions/women's rights, protecting the environment (policies on climate change, renewable energy etc), immigration
How many terms can a president serve?
2 terms
What is the purpose of the Electoral College in U.S. elections?
To officially elect the President and Vice President
When are elections held in the U.S.?
On the first or second Tuesday of November
If no candidate gets a majority of electoral votes, who decides the winner?
The House of Representatives
What symbol is associated with the Republican party?
Elephant
How many electoral votes does each state get?
It varies by state based on the states population
What is a “swing state”?
A state where the popular vote is usually close, with either party having a chance to win
Which eligible U.S. citizens are unable to vote during the presidential elections?
Residents of U.S. territories
What symbol is associated with the Democratic party?
Donkey
In most states, how are electoral votes awarded?
Winner-takes-all
Which two states use a different method, awarding electoral votes by congressional district?
A) California and Texas
B) Maine and Nebraska
C) Florida and Ohio
D) New York and Virginia
Is Magdalene old enough to run for president?
No