Presidential Roles and Powers

The President is the symbol and ceremonial head of the government. Which role is being described?

• Chief Legislator

• Chief Executive

• Chief of State

• Commander-in-Chief

The President attends a private fundraiser for a member of his own political party to help with that person's reelection. Which Presidential role is being described?

• Chief Economist

• Chief of Party

• Chief Diplomat

• Chief Administrator

The President has direct and immediate control of the nation's armed forces. Which Presidential role is being described?

• Chief Executive

• Chief Citizen

• Chief Administrator

• Commander-in-Chief

The President sets the overall shape of the congressional agenda and public policies. Which Presidential role is being described?

• Chief Legislator

• Chief Citizen

• Commander-in-Chief

• Chief Executive

Which of the following is NOT a formal Constitutional qualification for the presidency?

• must live in the US for at least 14 years

• must be at least 35 years old

• must be a naturalized citizen

• All of these are formal qualifications found written in the Constitution

Which of the following people would not be appointed by the President?

• Cabinet members

• federal judges

• members of Congress

• ambassadors to other countries

Which of the following is the best description of the President's "State of the Union" speech?

• Make treaties with other countries

• To protect and defend the Constitution

• Announce the pardon of an individual

• Update Congress on how things are going in the country

True or False: The President has the power to remove appointed government officials without the approval of the Senate.

• True

• False

True or False: A Presidential pardon is legal forgiveness for committing a federal crime.

• True

• False

True or False: The President can pardon a politician who has been impeached.

• True

• False