What is the primary purpose of primary elections in the United States?

Understanding U.S. Primary Elections

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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To elect the President directly
To determine the party's platform
To decide on state laws
To select the strongest candidate for the national election
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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How do caucuses differ from primaries?
Caucuses are only for independent voters
Caucuses involve public voting and debates
Caucuses are held online
Caucuses are held after the national election
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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In a closed primary, who is allowed to vote?
Only independent voters
All citizens over 18
Residents of territories
Only registered party members
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What is a semi-closed primary?
Only party members can vote
Voting is done online
Independents can choose one party's primary to vote in
All citizens can vote in any primary
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why is New Hampshire significant in the primary election process?
It holds the first caucus
It has the most delegates
It allows all citizens to vote
It holds the first primary by state law
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is Super Tuesday?
The first day of the national convention
The day when the President is elected
A day when multiple states hold their primaries simultaneously
A holiday for political debates
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Who are delegates in the primary election process?
Members of Congress
Candidates running for president
Party VIPs who represent the citizens' votes
Citizens who vote in the primaries
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