
The Electoral College: Origins, Challenges, and Impact on American Democracy

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History, Social Studies, Political Science
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9th - 10th Grade
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Patricia Brown
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the primary function of the Electoral College in U.S. elections?
To count the popular votes
To directly elect the President
To organize presidential debates
To select electors who vote for the President
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why was the formation of a new government challenging for early America?
The Supreme Court was too powerful
The Revolutionary War was still ongoing
The Articles of Confederation were highly effective
There was no agreement on the structure of the government
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was James Wilson's unique idea regarding the executive branch?
A committee of leaders
A single executive leader
A monarch under a new name
A council of state governors
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was a major concern about electing a president by popular vote in the 18th century?
National campaigning was common
Transportation was advanced
Big states would dominate the election
The public was well-informed
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the initial reaction to the signing of the Constitution and the Electoral College?
It was universally praised
There was private dissatisfaction
It was rejected by most states
It was immediately amended
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the original expectation of the electors in the Electoral College?
To vote based on public opinion
To abstain from voting
To exercise independent judgment
To follow party lines
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How did the growth of political parties affect the Electoral College?
It led to electors pledging votes to parties
It strengthened the independence of electors
It eliminated the need for electors
It made the system more transparent
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