How old do you have to be to vote in a U.S. election
18
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Can someone in prison vote?
No
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What two groups of citizens have had to fight for the right to vote?
Women & African Americans
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How do you register to vote?
Online application (or pick one up elections office, library, DMV, or U.S. post office.
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Can you pre-register to vote before you turn 18?
Yes
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How many days before an election is the deadline to register to vote?
15 days
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What is a "proposition"?
A question or idea that needs to be approved or rejected by eligible voters
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Where can you go to vote on election day?
Fire station, school, church, or public office
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Originally in the constitution, who was only allowed to vote?
White men over 21 years old
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What does the word "majority" mean?
The greater number. More than half.
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What is a ballot?
A piece of paper used for voting
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What is a citizen?
A legally recognized member of a state or country
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What does the word "vote" mean?
When members of a group agree to follow the choice of the majority
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The day people vote is called what?
Election Day
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Who can run for president?
A Presidential candidate must be: A natural born citizen (U.S. citizen from birth) At least 35 years old and. A U.S. resident (permanently lives in the U.S.) fo
