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Presidential Election Process

This worksheet covers key aspects of the US presidential election process, including electoral college, primary elections, and voter qualifications.

Grade 8 Social studies Civics & GovernmentPresidential Election
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D2.Civ.1.6-8D2.Civ.5.6-8
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Presidential Election Process Worksheet

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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability.

1. What is the minimum age requirement to be eligible for the presidency of the United States?

a

25 years old

b

30 years old

c

35 years old

d

40 years old

2. What is the purpose of the Electoral College in a presidential election?

a

To elect senators and representatives

b

To directly elect the president by popular vote

c

To formally elect the president and vice president

d

To choose candidates for primary elections

3. A candidate must win at least   electoral votes to become president.

4. The presidential election is held every   years.

5. Primary elections are held to select a political party's presidential nominee.

T

True

F

False

6. The popular vote always determines the winner of the presidential election.

T

True

F

False

7. Briefly explain the difference between a primary election and a general election.

8. What are two qualifications a person must meet to be eligible to vote in a presidential election?

Use the words below to complete the sentences.

caucus
swing states
incumbent
platform

9. A meeting of members of a political party to choose candidates or decide policy is called a  .

10. States where the outcome of an election is not clear are often referred to as  .