Qualifications
What is the age requirement to run for president?
35 years old
How do individuals influence the government?
Protesting, petitioning, using social media, campaign contributions, etc
What is suffrage?
the right to vote
What is Bias? How does it influence the public?
Display of favor for or against someone or something; often seen as prejudicial.
It influences people's opinions and beliefs.
Why are free and fair elections important?
to preserve our constitutional republic
Talia was born in Gainesville, is 35 years old, and has lived in Florida her whole life. What state offices can she run for?
House of Representatives
Senate
Governor
Which influence of the government lobbies government officials about issues?
Interest groups
Which amendment banned poll taxes? What are poll taxes?
24th
fee to vote
Promoting a candidate in the newspaper. Bias, symbolism, or Propaganda?
Bias
Mrs. Lugo was born in Georgia and moved to Florida in 2021. She wants to run for Hillsborough representative. Can she? Why or Why not?
No, she needs to live in the district she represents.
Ms. Q wants to run for president. She was born in New York and lived in Florida since she was 5. Can she be the next president? Why or Why not?
No, because she’s not 35.
What is a "Watchdog?"
Critically monitoring the activities of the government to question and expose wrongdoing.
Which amendment gave women the right to vote?
19th
An Uncle Sam poster convincing people to enlist in the United States armed forces. Bias, symbolism, or Propaganda?
Propaganda
True or False? The Democratic and Republican parties have stayed the same since first established.
False, who they represent and their platforms have changed, evolved and even swapped over history.
What are the requirements to run for Florida House of Representatives?
At least 21 years old
Elector (voter) and resident of the district from which they are elected
Resided in the state for a period of 2 years prior to election
What is lobbying?
Paid agents work directly with legislators to pass laws that support their interest group
What are the 13th, 14th, and 15th amendments?
13th- End Slavery
14th- Grants citizenship
15th- Right to vote regardless of race or color
Double Jeopardy
Federalist supporting a strong national government and encouraging people to vote to expand government power.
Propaganda
Why was the Republican Party created?
To oppose slavery