Executive Branch and Presidential Powers Quiz

What was a major concern about the presidency during the Constitutional Convention?

• The president would be elected for life.

• The president might become tyrannical.

• The president would be unable to make quick decisions.

• The president would have too little power.

Which of the following is a formal power of the president?

• Issuing executive orders

• Appointing Supreme Court justices

• Using the bully pulpit

• Making executive agreements

What is the primary purpose of a presidential veto?

• To propose new laws

• To check congressional power

• To enforce existing laws

• To amend legislation

Which historical executive order temporarily freed some slaves during the Civil War?

• The New Deal

• The Emancipation Proclamation

• The Civil Rights Act

• The War Powers Resolution

What is a signing statement?

• A formal treaty with another country

• A veto message sent to Congress

• A document issued by the president when signing a bill into law

• An executive order issued by the president

What is an executive agreement?

• A formal treaty ratified by the Senate

• An informal agreement made by the president with another country

• A legislative act passed by Congress

• A judicial decision by the Supreme Court

What does the War Powers Resolution require the president to do?

• Seek congressional approval for military action within 60 days

• Declare war within 48 hours of military action

• Remove troops immediately after military action

• Consult with the Supreme Court before military action

What role does the vice president play in the Senate?

• Speaker of the House

• President of the Senate

• Minority leader

• Majority leader

What is the 'bully pulpit'?

• A military strategy used by the president

• A method for the president to communicate directly with the public

• A judicial review process

• A legislative strategy used by Congress

Which amendment limits the president to two terms in office?

• 21st Amendment

• 20th Amendment

• 22nd Amendment

• 19th Amendment