USG Chapter 6 – The Presidency

What article of the U.S. Constitution establishes the presidency?

• Article I

• Article II

• Article III

• Article IV

Which of the following is NOT a requirement to become President?

• At least 35 years old

• Natural-born citizen

• Resident for 10 years

• Resident of the U.S. for at least 14 years

What system is used to elect the President?

• Direct national vote

• Congressional selection

• Electoral College

• State Legislature Appointment

What happens if no presidential candidate receives a majority of Electoral College votes?

• Senate selects the President

• Popular vote winner becomes President

• House of Representatives selects from top three candidates

• The Vice President assumes presidency

Which amendment limits the President to two terms?

• 20th

• 21st

• 22nd

• 25th

Which of the following is an executive power of the President?

• Declaring war

• Appointing federal judges

• Passing laws

• Confirming Cabinet members

What is required to override a presidential veto?

• A majority vote in the House

• A unanimous vote in the Senate

• A two-thirds majority in both chambers

• Approval by the Supreme Court

What role does the President serve when commanding the armed forces?

• Commander of Congress

• Secretary of Defense

• Commander-in-Chief

• Chief Strategist

Which of these powers allows the President to show mercy by reducing or eliminating punishments for federal crimes?

• Treaty negotiation

• Executive privilege

• Pardon power

• Legislative veto

What does the State of the Union Address primarily serve to do?

• Ratify treaties

• Inform Congress of executive decisions

• Recommend legislative measures to Congress

• Call Congress into emergency session