The Office of the President

What is one of the qualifications for a President according to Article II, Section 1, Clause 4?

• Must have a college degree

• Must be at least 40 years old

• Must be a natural born citizen

• Must have military experience

How old must a person be to qualify for the presidency?

• 30 years old

• 35 years old

• 40 years old

• 45 years old

How many years must a President have been a resident of the country before taking office?

• 10 years

• 12 years

• 14 years

• 20 years

What are the responsibilities of the President?

• The President advises, suggests, and requests all federal laws

• The President executes, enforces, and interprets all federal laws

• The President only enforces and interprets state laws

• The President reviews, vetoes, and amends all federal laws

What is the Ordinance Power?

• Power to veto bills passed by the legislature

• Power to declare war without the consent of Congress

• Power to issue executive orders to carry out constitutional duties

• Power to appoint judges without Senate approval

Do executive orders have the force of law?

• No, executive orders are only recommendations

• Yes, but only at the state level

• Yes, executive orders have the force of law

• No, executive orders must be approved by Congress to have the force of law

Which of the following is NOT a group or individual that the executive power can appoint?

• Cabinet members

• Ambassadors

• Senators

• Federal judges

Who confirms or rejects nominations made by the executive power?

• The Supreme Court

• The Senate

• The House of Representatives

• The Vice President

What majority is needed in the Senate for the approval of treaties with foreign nations?

• Simple majority

• Three-fourths majority

• Two-thirds majority

• Unanimous consent

Do executive agreements require Senate approval?

• Yes, they require a simple majority

• Yes, they require a two-thirds majority

• No, they do not require Senate approval

• Yes, they require unanimous consent