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The US election: is everyone's vote equal?

On November 5th 2024 Americans will vote to choose their new president. What is the difference between the electoral college and the popular vote? And why are swing states important?

Published 18 October 2024

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About this lesson

Use this one-hour lesson to help your students:

  • Learn about the US election and the electoral college
  • Hear about the current election and poll predictions
  • Discuss the impact that safe states and swing states can have on the election result

This lesson develops the following skill:

  • Listening

    Intermediate:
    Demonstrating listening

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