Question 1

Californians may register to vote by accessing the secretary of state's online registration system.

Accepted Answer

California allows residents to register to vote online through the Secretary of State's official website, making the process accessible and convenient.

Question 2

Unless they opt out, Californians will be automatically registered to vote when they apply for or renew a driver's license.

Accepted Answer

California has implemented an automatic voter registration system through the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), where eligible individuals are registered to vote unless they choose to opt out.

Question 3

There are no limits on contributions to ballot initiative campaigns; contributions may be in any dollar amount, and the typical donation is in the $1 million range.

Accepted Answer

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Question 4

Because of the interest that must be repaid, a bond typically can cost about twice the face amount that is borrowed.Thus, a $5 billion bond may actually cost taxpayers almost twice that amount by the time it is paid off.

Accepted Answer

This statement is true. The interest paid on a bond can cause the total cost to be almost double the face value of the bond.

Question 5

Contributions to ballot initiative campaigns are capped at $5,000; no person or entity may donate more than that amount to any one ballot measure in an election cycle.

Accepted Answer

Contribution limits to ballot initiative campaigns vary by state, and some states do not impose any limits on the amount that can be donated to support or oppose ballot measures.

Question 6

Although Californians may recall their state officials, they may not recall their U.S.House representative or U.S.Senators.

Accepted Answer

The U.S. Constitution does not provide a mechanism for the recall of federal officials, including U.S. House representatives or U.S. Senators, by voters. The recall process is available for state and local officials in some states, including California, but it does not apply to federal officials.

Quiz 3: Direct Democracy