Question

The Framers of the Constitution called for the President to be elected by

a. Congress.
b. a direct vote of the people.
c. a body of electors.
d. the State legislatures.


A State's presidential electors are chosen by
a. the State legislature.
b. its members in Congress.
c. popular vote.
d. a State convention.

Answer 1

The Framers of the Constitution called for the President to be elected by a "body of electors," since they did not trust the judgement of all citizens. And a state's electors are chosen by "a state convention" (although this can vary slightly depending on the state).