Roles of the President Quiz

What does the President do as Chief Legislator?

• Leads the military
• Leads the Executive Branch
• Gives awards to deserving citizens
• Proposes laws to Congress

What role allows the President to be the leader of the military?

• Chief of State

• Party Chief

• Commander-in-Chief

• Chief Executive

What does the President do as Chief Diplomat?

• Leads foreign policy
• Leads his political party
• Leads the Executive Branch
• Leads the military 

Which of the following is NOT a role of Chief Executive?

• Appointing officials
• Leading the bureaucracy
• Conduct Cabinet meetings
• Propose laws to Congress

"The President is considered the de facto leader of their political party and can exert great influence over other members of their party and often campaigns and fundraises for other members of their party."

Best describes which of the following roles of the President?

• Chief Diplomat

• Chief Executive

• Chief Guardian of the Economy

• Party Chief

President Trump has spoken out against free trade agreements and advocates for tariffs on imported goods. His ability to influence trade falls under which of the following roles?

• Chief of State

• Chief Guardian of the Economy

• Chief Diplomat

• Chief Legislator

When the president performs ceremonial roles, such as lighting the National Christmas Tree, or hosting the annual Easter Egg Hunt at the White House, what role is this?

• Head of State

• Chief Executive

• Chief Diplomat

• Commander in Chief

Which presidential role is being fulfilled when they negotiate a new treaty to reduce global nuclear arms sales?

• Commander in Chief

• Party Chief

• Chief Diplomat

• Chief Legislator

Which role is a Democratic President fulfilling when they endorse (support) the Democratic candidate for Governor?

• Chief of State

• Commander in Chief

• Chief Executive

• Party Chief

Which role is the President fulfilling when they veto a bill from Congress?

• Chief Executive

• Chief Guardian of the Economy

• Chief of State

• Chief Legislator