Presidential Elections and Political Concepts Quiz

What is a battleground/swing state in presidential elections?

• A state that consistently votes for one party

• A state with a large population

• A state where both parties have similar levels of support

• A state that does not participate in elections

What are public opinion polls and how are they used for elections?

• Surveys to predict election outcomes

• Tools to register voters

• Methods to count votes

• Systems to organize debates

Define soft money.

• Money donated directly to a candidate

• Money used for general party activities

• Money given to a candidate's family

• Money used for personal expenses

Define hard money.

• Money donated directly to a candidate

• Money used for general party activities

• Money given to a candidate's family

• Money used for personal expenses

What is the BCRA?

• A law regulating campaign finance

• A type of voting machine

• A political party

• A government agency

What is the FEC?

• Federal Election Commission

• Federal Education Council

• Federal Employment Committee

• Federal Energy Commission

What is a PAC?

• Political Action Committee

• Public Affairs Council

• Political Advisory Council

• Public Action Committee

Define ballot.

• A list of candidates

• A method of voting

• A political party

• A campaign strategy

Define precinct.

• A district for police jurisdiction

• A district for voting purposes

• A district for educational purposes

• A district for business regulation

What is a primary election?

• An election to select party nominees

• An election to choose the president

• An election to pass new laws

• An election to select judges