Read the following context and answer the question.
Context: 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 ?
Answer:


There is a vote coming up .