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A ______ is a person who is trying to be elected.
A ______ is a person who is trying to be elected.
candidate
To participate in an election, one must ______ to indicate their choice.
To participate in an election, one must ______ to indicate their choice.
vote
The ______ is the body that elects the president of the United States.
The ______ is the body that elects the president of the United States.
Electoral College
The ______ is the piece of paper where a voter marks their choice in an election.
The ______ is the piece of paper where a voter marks their choice in an election.
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The ______ is a person who has been elected president but has not yet taken office.
The ______ is a person who has been elected president but has not yet taken office.
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POTUS stands for President of the ______
POTUS stands for President of the ______
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The presidential elections in the USA take place every ______ years
The presidential elections in the USA take place every ______ years
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Americans cast their votes on the first Tuesday after ______ 1st
Americans cast their votes on the first Tuesday after ______ 1st
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The residence of the President and their family is the ______
The residence of the President and their family is the ______
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There are ______ swing states in 2024
There are ______ swing states in 2024
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A presidential candidate can win the popular vote, but still not become ______
A presidential candidate can win the popular vote, but still not become ______
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To be a presidential candidate, one must be a natural born ______
To be a presidential candidate, one must be a natural born ______
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The candidate who receives more than half, which is ______, of the electors' votes wins
The candidate who receives more than half, which is ______, of the electors' votes wins
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The Electoral College is responsible for formally electing the ______ of the United States.
The Electoral College is responsible for formally electing the ______ of the United States.
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Kamala Harris is the current ______ president of the United States.
Kamala Harris is the current ______ president of the United States.
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Donald Trump was the ______ president of the United States.
Donald Trump was the ______ president of the United States.
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In the United States, each state's representation in the Electoral College is based on its number of ______.
In the United States, each state's representation in the Electoral College is based on its number of ______.
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Voting rights can be affected by ______ legislation.
Voting rights can be affected by ______ legislation.
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Kamala Harris's political orientation is ______.
Kamala Harris's political orientation is ______.
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The process of selecting candidates for election often involves a series of ______.
The process of selecting candidates for election often involves a series of ______.
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Tim Waltz is Kamala Harris's ______ mate in the presidential election.
Tim Waltz is Kamala Harris's ______ mate in the presidential election.
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Election ______ refers to the specific terminology and concepts used during the electoral process.
Election ______ refers to the specific terminology and concepts used during the electoral process.
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Donald Trump is aligned with the ______ party.
Donald Trump is aligned with the ______ party.
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Study Notes
US Presidential Elections 2024
- POTUS: President of the United States; FLOTUS: First Lady of the US
- Election Frequency: Every four years
- Voting Date: First Tuesday after November 1st
- Presidential Residence: White House, Washington D.C.
- Swing States (2024): 7
Eligibility and Process
- Voting Age: 18 years old; registration necessary
- Voting Obligation: Not mandatory
- Election Victory: Candidate winning the election does not immediately become president, a transfer period exists between the November election and January inauguration.
- Popular Vote vs. Electoral College: A candidate can win the popular vote but lose the election due to the Electoral College system
- Electoral College: A process for electing the president. Each state gets electors who then vote for the president.
Presidential Candidate Requirements
- Citizenship: Natural born citizen
- Age: At least 35 years old
- Residency: Resident of the US for 14 years
Political Parties
- Democratic Party: Founded in 1828, associated with the colour blue, liberal or progressive ideals, larger government programs, higher taxes
- Republican Party: Founded in 1854, associated with the colour red, conservative ideals, smaller government, lower taxes
Electoral College
- Electoral Votes per State: Each state has a number of electors determined by the number of its congressional districts (House of Representatives) plus its senators
- Majority Victory: A candidate needs 270 electoral votes to win the presidency.
- Inauguration: The winning candidate becomes president on January 20th.
Other Important Terms
- Candidate: A person running for an election
- Elector: A person chosen by a candidate to support them in an election, with the next highest position in the event of a win
- Ballot: A piece of paper used to mark votes
- Inauguration: The ceremony where a new president takes office.
- Constitution: Fundamental laws of a nation
- Running Mate: A candidate's chosen vice-presidential candidate
- Incumbent: The person already in office (president) at the time of election
- Swing States: Those states where either party has the chance to win.
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This quiz covers the key aspects of the upcoming 2024 US Presidential Elections, including the voting process, major candidates, and the role of the Electoral College. Test your knowledge on the eligibility and regulations surrounding this critical democratic event.
