Constitution - Article II

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What is the primary job of the executive branch?

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Enforce the laws

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The President of the United States is officially elected by?

Back

The electoral college

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How long is the President's term?

Back

4 years

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How many terms may the president serve?

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2

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When does the President's term end?

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at noon on January 20th

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If the President should die, who would become President according to the 25th amendment?

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The Vice-President

Front

In the event of a President and Vice-President's death or inability to execute their office, who is next in line to become President? Options: The President of the Senate, President Pro Tempore, The Secretary of State, The Speaker of the House

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The Speaker of the House

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Article II has this phrase: "The executive power shall be vested in a President of the United States of America." This most likely means...?

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The Constitution gives the authority to the President to have power beyond what is listed.

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All of the following are powers that the President has over Congress EXCEPT? Veto a bill, Call both houses to meet (special session), Final approval over budgets., Ask Congress to consider passing legislation important to the President's agenda.

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Cast a vote to break any tie in Congress

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One of the President's powers is that of Commander in Chief. This gives him the authority to do all of the following EXCEPT...? Has supreme authority over the different military branches, Negotiate peace treaties with other countries, Can appoint members to his military cabinet (advisors)

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Declare war on other countries.