Presidential Powers Quiz

What is the president's main job under the Executive Powers?

• Enforce and carry out federal laws
• Write laws for Congress to pass
• Declare laws unconstitutional
• Manage state governments

What does the president's Ordinance Power allow them to do?

• Appoint federal judges
• Issue executive orders with the force of law
• Approve military funding
• Negotiate treaties with foreign leaders

Under the Appointment Power, who can the president appoint?

• Ambassadors, cabinet members, and federal judges
• Governors and members of Congress
• State lawmakers and local judges
• Heads of foreign countries

What role does the Senate play in the Appointment Power?

• The Senate helps the president select nominees
• The Senate confirms or rejects presidential appointments
• The Senate must approve all military actions
• The Senate drafts a list of judges for the president to choose from

What power allows the president to recognize foreign nations?

• Judicial Power
• Ordinance Power
• Diplomatic Power
• Legislative Power

How are treaties approved under the president's Diplomatic Powers?

• Treaties must be approved by the House of Representatives
• Treaties require approval by 2/3 of the Senate
• Treaties are approved by the Supreme Court
• Treaties do not need any approval

What is an Executive Agreement?

• A treaty approved by Congress
• A pact between the president and a foreign leader
• A bill passed by the president
• A military strategy involving foreign nations

Under the Military Powers, what role does the president play?

• Chief Executive of the country
• Chief Diplomat to foreign leaders
• Commander-in-Chief of the armed forces
• Chief Legislator in Congress

According to the War Powers Resolution of 1973, how soon must the president report to Congress after committing troops?

• Within 24 hours
• Within 48 hours
• Within 7 days
• Within 60 days

How long can the president commit troops to combat without congressional approval?

• 30 days
• 48 hours
• 60 days, with a 30-day withdrawal period
• 90 days