Presidential Roles and Powers

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The President is the symbol and ceremonial head of the government. Which role is being described?

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Chief of State

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The President attends a private fundraiser for a member of his own political party to help with that person's reelection. Which Presidential role is being described?

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Chief of Party

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The President has direct and immediate control of the nation's armed forces. Which Presidential role is being described?

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Commander-in-Chief

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The President sets the overall shape of the congressional agenda and public policies. Which Presidential role is being described?

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Chief Legislator

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Which of the following is NOT a formal Constitutional qualification for the presidency?
must live in the US for at least 14 years,
must be at least 35 years old,
must be a naturalized citizen,
All of these are formal qualifications found written in the Constitution

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must be a naturalized citizen

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Which of the following people would not be appointed by the President? Cabinet members, federal judges, members of Congress, ambassadors to other countries

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members of Congress

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Which of the following is the best description of the President's "State of the Union" speech?
Options:
Make treaties with other countries,
To protect and defend the Constitution,
Announce the pardon of an individual,
Update Congress on how things are going in the country

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Update Congress on how things are going in the country

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True or False: The President has the power to remove appointed government officials without the approval of the Senate.

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True

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True or False: A Presidential pardon is legal forgiveness for committing a federal crime.

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True

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True or False: The President can pardon a politician who has been impeached.

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False