U.S. Presidential Powers and Responsibilities

The video explores the power and limitations of presidents worldwide, focusing on term limits, requirements, and the balance of power. It discusses attempts to bypass term limits, the role of communication, and the perks and responsibilities of the presidency. The video also covers campaign practices, health privacy, constitutional amendments, and the potential for female leadership. It concludes with a theoretical discussion on presidential marriages.

What did John Adams believe was essential to preserving the liberties of any people?

• Expanding presidential powers

• Nipping the shoots of arbitrary power in the bud

• Promoting economic growth

• Increasing military strength

What is the maximum number of terms a U.S. president can serve according to the constitutional convention?

• One term

• Three terms

• Two terms

• Unlimited terms

Which of the following is a requirement for a U.S. presidential candidate?

• Must be at least 30 years old

• Must have served in the military

• Must be a natural-born citizen

• Must have a law degree

What is a key restriction on presidential communications?

• Presidents must use personal phones for calls

• Presidents can call each other without any preparation

• All calls are private and unmonitored

• Preparatory work is required before calls

What unusual step did Donald Trump take regarding his presidential salary?

• He doubled it

• He refused it entirely

• He donated most of it to federal agencies

• He increased it to match his business earnings

Which of the following is true about the U.S. president's power over Congress?

• The president can make laws independently

• The president can dissolve Congress

• The president can declare war without Congress

• Congress can impeach the president

What is one of the privileges of being a president in terms of transportation?

• Access to a private yacht

• Unlimited travel budget

• Personal helicopter for daily commute

• Use of Air Force One

What happens to a U.S. president's immunity after leaving office?

• It remains intact for life

• It is extended for ten years

• It is stripped away

• It is transferred to their family

How many amendments have been added to the U.S. Constitution over the past 200 years?

• 15

• 100

• 27

• 50

What is a potential challenge for two presidents from different countries getting married?

• Cultural differences

• Security clearances

• Language barriers

• Different time zones