Read the following paragraph and answer the question. Give ONLY the answer, no other words or explanation.

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Answer: <most likely answer, as short as possible>.

Paragraph: The shape of things to come . On Saturday , the whole nation got busy . As people everywhere exercised their power to determine the country 's fate for the next five years , some hopes were high while some nerves were undeniably rattled . It proved to be an anxious day for everyone , especially for certain sectors . On Sunday , the whole nation was left gobsmacked by Saturday 's results . Welcoming for many , disappointing for some .

Question: Why are people acting so serious and doing so much reading ?
There is a vote coming up .
They are determining the country's fate for the next five years.