American Politics: Midterms

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What is the first word that comes to mind?
American Politics

Do you know what the midterm elections are (about)?

Yes, I know a lot about the midterm elections

No, I haven't got a clue what you're talking about

Kind of, the term rings a bell but I don't really know what it is.

00:15

When do the midterms take place

1. In middle of the current president's 2-year term
2. In the middle of the current president's 4-year term

00:50

How many of the seats in the House of Representatives are 'up for grabs' during the upcoming elections?

1. 33%
2. 43%
3. 100%
4. 60%

01:24

How can the midterm elections cause a shift in the presidency?

1. The majority of the Senate + HofR can shift to the opposing party.
2. Bad results in the midterm elections might mean the end of a presidency

Why do many people see these upcoming   elections as 'a test for democracy'?