U.S. Voting Rights Flashcard

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What is the role of the Electoral College in U.S. elections?

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The Electoral College elects the president by having electors vote for the president based on the popular vote in their states.

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What did the 19th Amendment achieve?

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The 19th Amendment granted women the right to vote in the United States.

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What is the primary function of political parties?

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The primary function of political parties is to elect like-minded candidates to public office.

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What are poll taxes?

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Poll taxes are fees charged to individuals in order to vote, often used to restrict voting rights.

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When were Black men allowed to vote in the United States?

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Black men were allowed to vote after the ratification of the 15th Amendment in 1870.

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What is the significance of the Voting Rights Act of 1965?

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The Voting Rights Act of 1965 aimed to eliminate barriers to voting for African Americans and enforce the voting rights guaranteed by the 14th and 15th Amendments.

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What does suffrage mean?

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Suffrage refers to the right to vote in political elections.

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What is the purpose of voter registration?

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Voter registration is the process by which eligible citizens sign up to be able to vote in elections.

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What is a primary election?

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A primary election is an election in which political parties select their candidates for the general election.

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What is the difference between a general election and a primary election?

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A general election determines who will hold office, while a primary election determines which candidates will represent a party in the general election.