Electoral process page 2 questions

Match the term "delegate" with its correct definition.

• A person chosen to represent others, especially in a conference or convention.

• A person who is proposed or formally entered as a candidate for an office.

• A series of organized actions to achieve a particular goal, especially in politics.

Match the term "nominee" with its correct definition.

• A person chosen to represent others, especially in a conference or convention.

• A person who is proposed or formally entered as a candidate for an office.

• A series of organized actions to achieve a particular goal, especially in politics.

Match the term "campaign" with its correct definition.

• A person chosen to represent others, especially in a conference or convention.

• A person who is proposed or formally entered as a candidate for an office.

• A series of organized actions to achieve a particular goal, especially in politics.

Match the term "declare" with its correct definition.

• To announce something clearly, firmly, publicly, or officially.

• A person who is proposed or formally entered as a candidate for an office.

• A series of organized actions to achieve a particular goal, especially in politics.

Match the term "conventions" with its correct definition.

• A large meeting or conference, especially of members of a political party or a particular profession.

• A person who is proposed or formally entered as a candidate for an office.

• A series of organized actions to achieve a particular goal, especially in politics.

Match the term "acceptance speeches" with its correct definition.

• A speech given by someone receiving an award or nomination, often expressing gratitude.

• A person who is proposed or formally entered as a candidate for an office.

• A series of organized actions to achieve a particular goal, especially in politics.

Fill in the blank: The first set of election results tallies the __________________________, a count of every vote cast.

• electoral vote

• popular vote

• delegate count

Fill in the blank: These results determine whom each state’s __________________________ will support when they meet and participate in the conventions.

• nominees

• electors

• candidates

Fill in the blank: In order to win, a candidate must have 270 out of a total of 538 electoral votes. This number is half of 538 (269) plus one, which is considered a(n) ______________________________________.

• absolute majority

• plurality

• supermajority

Put in the right order these steps for campaigning for president: "Declare my candidacy! I want to be the president, and I hope my party will support me!"

• First

• Second

• Third