Electoral College Flashcards
1
Q
What is the magic number a candidate must win in order to become president?
A
270
2
Q
Who officially elects the president?
A
The Electoral College
3
Q
If the electoral college fails, who chooses the president?
A
The house of representatives
4
Q
How many electoral votes does Illinois has?
A
19
5
Q
How many senators does Illinois have?
A
2
6
Q
How many representatives does Illinois have?
A
17
7
Q
What determines the number of electors each state has?
A
Number of members in congres
8
Q
What is the duty of the presidents Cabinet?
A
Advise the president
9
Q
Who is the first person in line for succession to the presidency?
A
The vice president
10
Q
Was the economic planner, what does the president do?
A
Promotes policies to monitor and fix unemployment and inflation levels.
