APUSGOPO Unit 5 Political Participation: Elections & Media

What are the two types of elections we have in the United States?

• Congressional/Presidential 

• Primary/Political 

• Primary/General

   

• Quarterly/General 

True or False: Primaries are held in both presidential and congressional elections.

• True

• False

Which state is known for being the first caucus?

• New Hampshire 

• Wisconsin 

• Iowa 

• Florida 

What happens at the national convention?

• Debates take place between the candidates 

• President gives address 

• Congress votes on candidates 

• Candidate is chosen by political party 

Who determines the 538 electoral delegates? 

• President 

• Majority Party 

• Each state

• Courts 

Which two states use the Congressional-District method?

• Iowa and New Hampshire 

• Maine and Nebraska 

• Wisconsin and Michigan 

• Florida and South Carolina 

Which of the following is NOT a swing state?

• Ohio 

• Florida 

• Pennsylvania 

• California 

Who turns out for midterm elections?

• Partisan voters 

• Undecided voters 

• New voters 

• Swing state voters 

About how long is the election cycle now? 

• 1 year

• 2 years

• 3 years

• 4 years

What is the goal of the media?

• Keep the same viewers only 

• To make money/obtain higher ratings 

• Focus on smaller stories 

• Be credible