Roles of the President

Which role is the president playing when he negotiates treaties with other countries?

• Commander in Chief

• Chief Executive

• Chief Diplomat

• Head of State

Which role is the president playing when he makes a speech in front of the Washington Monument?

• Commander in Chief

• Chief Diplomat

• Head of State

• Economic Leader

Which role is the president playing when he deals with issues such as taxes and unemployment?

• Chief Diplomat

• Head of State

• Legislative Leader

• Economic Leader

Which term describes the president's power to forgive punishment for a group of people?

• pardon

• amnesty

• reprieve

• commutation

Which term describes the president's power to delay a person's punishment until a higher court can hear the case?

• reprieve

• pardon

• amnesty

• commutation

Which term describes the president's power to forgive an individual for a federal crime?

• amnesty

• reprieve

• commutation

• pardon

Which best describes a rule or command by the president that carries the force of law? On many occasions these are issued to clarify laws passed by Congress.

• filibuster

• executive order

• chief executive

• executive agreement

Which of the following is the president's number one role?

• Commander in Chief

• Chief Diplomat

• Legislative Leader

• Chief Executive

Which role is the president playing when he sends troops overseas?

• Chief Executive

• Commander in Chief

• Head of State

• Party Leader

Which term(s) best describe laws that the president would like for Congress to pass?

• legislative program

• legislative branch

• legislative option

• legislative determination