Fill In The Blank: Elections Flashcards
(7 cards)
1
Q
When do elections happen?
An election must be called every ____ years or sooner.
A
5
2
Q
When do elections happen?
The _____ may choose to call an election at any time during those 5 years; there are no ______ election dates.
A
Prime Minister
Fixed
3
Q
What type of electoral system do we have?
A
Single-member plurality
4
Q
What type of electoral system do we have?
—— person is elected from each rising to become an MP.
A
One
5
Q
What type of electoral system do we have?
In order to get elected this person must receive the ____ of the votes (the most votes, a _______ is not necessary)
A
Plurality
Majority
6
Q
What type of electoral system do we have?
There are ____ tidings in Canada.
A
308
7
Q
What type of electoral system do we have?
This system is also known as ____________.
A
First past the post
