US Government Flashcard 4

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What are the three qualifications that the Constitution establishes for the president?

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Must be a natural-born citizen, at least 35 years old, and a resident for 14 years

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Which state has the first presidential caucuses?

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Iowa

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Which state has the first presidential primary?

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New Hampshire

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What term is used for party leaders and officeholders who serve as uncommitted delegates to the Democratic national convention?

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Superdelegates

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When is the general election for president held?

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First Tuesday in November

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When is Inauguration Day?

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January 20

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Who would become president if both the president and vice president died? Options: Secretary of State, Speaker of the House, President pro tempore of the Senate, Secretary of Defense

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Speaker of the House

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Which amendment established limits regarding the number of years the president can serve?

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22nd Amendment

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What is the maximum number of years a president can serve today?

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10 years

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Who are the only three presidents to have ever been impeached? Andrew Johnson, Richard Nixon, Bill Clinton; Andrew Johnson, Bill Clinton, Donald Trump; Richard Nixon, Bill Clinton, Donald Trump; Andrew Johnson, Richard Nixon, Donald Trump

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Andrew Johnson, Bill Clinton, Donald Trump