
Understanding Electoral Systems

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is an electoral system?
A process for appointing judges and officials.
A method for selecting government officials only.
A system for managing political parties.
An electoral system is a framework for conducting elections and determining the outcome of votes.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Name two types of electoral systems.
Majoritarian Voting
Single Transferable Vote
Borda Count
First-Past-The-Post, Proportional Representation
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the difference between majoritarian and proportional systems?
Majoritarian systems allow for multiple winners in elections.
Proportional systems require a two-round voting process.
Majoritarian systems emphasize majority rule, while proportional systems aim for representation based on vote share.
Majoritarian systems focus on proportional representation.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Explain the concept of a 'first-past-the-post' system.
A voting method that requires a candidate to receive over 50% of the votes to win.
A voting system where the candidate with the most votes wins, regardless of whether they achieve a majority.
A system where the candidate with the least votes wins.
A proportional representation system that allocates seats based on the percentage of votes received.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What are the advantages of a proportional representation system?
Higher chances of voter apathy
Increased likelihood of majority rule
The advantages of a proportional representation system include fairer representation, reduced wasted votes, encouragement of multi-party systems, and increased voter engagement.
Encouragement of single-party dominance
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Describe the role of electoral commissions.
Electoral commissions are responsible for creating political parties.
Electoral commissions oversee and manage elections to ensure fairness, transparency, and legal compliance.
Electoral commissions conduct public opinion polls before elections.
Electoral commissions manage the budget for government projects.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does a mixed electoral system function?
A mixed electoral system only uses proportional representation.
A mixed electoral system eliminates local district representation entirely.
A mixed electoral system is solely based on popular vote without party representation.
A mixed electoral system combines local district representation with proportional party representation.
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