Voting Rights and Models of Voting Behavior FRQ2

Use the graph below to answer the following prompts.
Note: Eligible voters are U.S. citizens 18 and older.  Voter turnout rates are likely underestimated for Silent Generation years 2010–2018 and Greatest Generation years 1994–2006. Data from Pew Research Center analysis of 1978–2018 Current Population Survey November Supplements (IPUMS and U.S. Census Bureau)

Question 1

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Describe the difference in voter turnout in the 2018 midterm elections between Millennials and the other generations shown.

Question 2

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Use the graph to draw a conclusion about the difference in voter turnout among age groups.

Question 3

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Describe one form of political participation other than voting.

Question 4

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Explain how the form of political participation you described in part C can be used in an effort to impact policymaking in Congress.

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