What is the primary purpose of a primary election?

U.S. Voting Rights and Elections

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
To elect the President of the United States
To select a political party's nominee for the general election
To decide on state-level legislative changes
To vote on constitutional amendments
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What is a referendum?
A method of electing state governors
A vote on a proposed legislative measure
A process for amending the U.S. Constitution
A type of primary election
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Why is the election of 1800 referred to as the 'Revolution of 1800'?
It was the first election with a female candidate
It resulted in a tie that was decided by the Supreme Court
It marked the first peaceful transfer of power between opposing parties
It was the first election to use electronic voting machines
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which election is considered the first modern presidential campaign?
The election of 1800
The election of 1896
The election of 2004
The election of 2016
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was a significant outcome of the 2004 U.S. presidential election?
It was the first election with a third-party candidate
It resulted in a tie that was decided by Congress
It was the first election with online voting
It marked the beginning of American political polarization
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which amendment to the U.S. Constitution granted women the right to vote?
26th Amendment
17th Amendment
19th Amendment
15th Amendment
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a common reason for low voter turnout in the United States?
Lack of transportation to polling stations
Indifference and belief that votes do not matter
Excessive voter registration fees
Limited polling hours
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