Elections Flashcards
Requirements to run for office, Electoral College, and the Election Process
How old do you have to be to run for President?
35 years old.
What is the term length for a U.S. Senator?
6 years.
How many electoral votes does a candidate need to win the presidency?
270 electoral votes.
How long must you live in Florida before running for Governor?
At least 7 years.
What is the minimum age to register to vote in Florida?
18 years old.
What are the three main requirements to be President of the United States?
Be a natural-born citizen, 35 years old, and live in the U.S. for the previous 14 years.
What is the term limit for Florida Senators?
4 years per term, with a 2-term limit.
What is the purpose of the Electoral College?
To select the President because the founders didn’t trust the general public to vote directly.
What is the difference between an open primary and a closed primary?
In an open primary, all voters can participate. In a closed primary, only party members can vote for their party’s candidates.
What are the original purposes of the Republican Party?
Stopping and preventing the expansion of slavery.
Why is it possible to win the popular vote but lose the Electoral College?
Electoral votes are based on winning states, not the total number of votes nationwide.
What are the constitutional requirements to run for the U.S. Senate?
Be at least 30 years old, a U.S. citizen for 9 years, and live in the state you represent.
What amendment ensures the President and Vice President are elected together?
The 12th Amendment.
What are the main differences between Republican and Democrat beliefs today?
Republicans focus on small government, low taxes, and a strong military. Democrats focus on big government, social programs, and environmental protection.
What must you prove to register to vote in Florida?
That you are a U.S. citizen, live in Florida, and are not a convicted felon or mentally incapacitated.
