The Electoral College: Preview Quiz
We will be starting the election next week, covering the powers of the President, the biographies of the two men running, and issues research.
To get you ready, and to save us some time in class, watch the embedded video and answer some questions. There is also a link to an article if the video goes too quickly for you.
Article: http://www. Time. Com/time/nation/article/0,8599,55439,00. H tml
- 1.
When you vote for President, who are you voting for?
- A.
The person running for office.
- B.
Your member of Congress, who will vote for you.
- C.
An "elector," who will then vote for the President in December.
- D.
Who knows?
Correct Answer
C. An "elector," who will then vote for the President in December.Explanation
When you vote for President, you are actually voting for an "elector" who will then cast their vote for the President in December. This is because of the Electoral College system in the United States, where the President is not directly elected by the popular vote but by electors who are chosen by each state. These electors are typically pledged to vote for the candidate who wins the popular vote in their state. Therefore, your vote for President is essentially a vote for the elector who will represent your state and cast their vote on your behalf in the Electoral College.Rate this question:
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- 2.
How are the electors divided up?
- A.
There is one elector for every 574,000 Americans.
- B.
Each state gets the number of electors that it has members of Congress (House and Senate combined)
- C.
Electors are divided up evenly by population of the states. That is why California has the msot.
- D.
There is no system. They are divided up randomly.
Correct Answer
B. Each state gets the number of electors that it has members of Congress (House and Senate combined)Explanation
The correct answer is that each state gets the number of electors that it has members of Congress (House and Senate combined). This means that the number of electors a state has is based on its population and representation in Congress. This ensures that more populated states have more electors, while less populated states have fewer electors. This system is designed to give each state a fair representation in the Electoral College.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Do electors HAVE to pick the President they are told to vote for?
- A.
No. They can pick whoever they want, but they almost always go with who they told to vote for.
- B.
Yes. They go to jail if they change their vote.
- C.
Yes, because they will receive a fine if they don't.
- D.
Electors don't vote for the President, silly.
Correct Answer
A. No. They can pick whoever they want, but they almost always go with who they told to vote for.Explanation
Electors do not have to pick the President they are told to vote for. While they can technically choose whoever they want, they typically align with the candidate they are instructed to vote for by their political party or state. However, there are instances where electors have voted for someone other than the expected candidate, known as "faithless electors." While there may not be legal consequences for deviating from the expected vote, some states have implemented fines or other penalties to discourage faithless electors.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Which state has the most electors?
- A.
Vermont
- B.
Massachusetts
- C.
Texas
Correct Answer
C. TexasExplanation
Texas has the most electors because it is the second most populous state in the United States, with a large number of congressional districts. The number of electors a state has is determined by the total number of representatives it has in Congress, which includes both senators and members of the House of Representatives. Texas has a total of 38 electoral votes, making it the state with the most electors.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Which Americans do not get to vote for the President?
- A.
People living in Washington D.C.
- B.
Women
- C.
Americans living in other countries
- D.
Americans living in the territories, like Guam and Puerto Rico
Correct Answer
D. Americans living in the territories, like Guam and Puerto RicoExplanation
Americans living in the territories, like Guam and Puerto Rico, do not get to vote for the President. While they are U.S. citizens, they do not have representation in the Electoral College, which is responsible for electing the President. This is because these territories are not considered states and therefore do not have the same voting rights as residents of the 50 states.Rate this question:
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- 6.
A President could be elected with fewer actual votes if he wins enough states to win the electoral college.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
It has happened four times. 1824, John Quincy Adams lost the popular vote to Andrew Jackson. 1877, Rutherford B Hayes lost the popular vote to Samuel Tilden. 2000, George W. Bush lost the popular vote to Al Gore. And one other time that you can look up...Rate this question:
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- 7.
How many "electors" does one need to win the Presidency?
- A.
538
- B.
270
- C.
100
- D.
13,000,000
Correct Answer
B. 270Explanation
There are 538 electors total. 270 is the majority needed to win the Presidency.Rate this question:
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