Unit 6- The Executive Branch Review

Which of the following statements best describes AMNESTY?

• A pardon that affects many people or groups

• A pardon that affects only a single person

• A pardon that does not fully forgive a crime

• A pardon that places a person jail in only 15 years

Which position requires someone to be at least 35 years old, a natural born citizen, and live in the U.S. for at least 14 years?

• President

• Senator

• Mayor

• Teacher

What is the term to describe a candidate choosing a running mate to strengthen their chances of getting elected?

• Even the Odds

• Balance the Ticket

• Better the Chances

• Equal the Candidates

All of the following are role/responsibilities does the President have as the Chief of State EXCEPT

• They are the ceremonial head of the U.S.

• They rule over the government

• They makes new laws and bills

• They are a symbol of the people

Which statement best describes Treaties?

• A formal agreement between two or more nations about peace or trade

• A formal disagreement between two or more states about money and citizens

• A formal agreement between two or more kids about candy and games

• A formal disagreement between two or more groups about music and dancing

A formal and organized choice by vote of a person for a political office or other position is known as what term?

• Election

• Executive Choice

• President Decision

• Pledge of Government

What is the number of electoral votes a candidate needs to receive to be President?

• 270 electoral votes

• 175 electoral votes

• 300 electoral votes

• 538 electoral votes

Which of the following best describes a Mid-Term Election?

• An election that happens in even numbered years to elect new members of the Senate and House of Representatives

• An election that happens in every fours years to elect a new President

• An election that happens every six years to discuss the budget for the next year

• An election that happens never because Senator and Representatives have their positions for life

The role that describes the President as a chief spokesperson to other countries, main architect of foreign policy, and an influence of American thoughts abroad is

• Chief Diplomat

• Chief of Party

• Commander in Chief

• Chief Legislator

What does the term "safe state" describe?

• A state that votes for one particular party in an election

• A state that switches political party in each election

• A state that never votes in election

• A state that does not allow voters to vote