United States Presidency

According to Article II, what is the minimum age requirement to become the President of the United States?

• 20

• 25

• 30

• 35

According to Article II, Section 1 of the U.S. Constitution, what is a requirement for someone to be elected as President of the United States?

• Must be at least 45 years old

• Must be a natural-born citizen

• Must have lived in the U.S. for at least 20 years

• Must have a college degree

According to Article II, Section 1, Clause 5 of the United States Constitution, a person must meet certain requirements to be eligible for the Office of President. Which of the following is NOT one of those requirements?

• Must be a natural-born Citizen or a Citizen at the time of the Adoption of the Constitution

• Must have attained the Age of thirty-five Years

• Must have been a Resident within the United States for at least 14 years

• Must have a college degree

What was a significant aspect of Barack Obama's background that set him apart from other Presidents?

• He was a professional athlete.

• He was a Hollywood actor.

• He was the first African-American President.

• He was a renowned scientist.

Except for James Buchanan, all men who have been President have

• been the Vice President.

• been married.

• been a member of a political party.

• been elected before.

President Dwight D. Eisenhower was similar to George Washington and Theodore Roosevelt in that he had

• wide exposure on television.

• come from a poor background.

• served as a military officer.

• an exceptionally large nose.

Based on the photograph, Franklin Delano Roosevelt might not have fit the "unwritten" qualifications for the Presidency. Why was that?

• He was an older man.

• He had a dog.

• He had a physical disability.

• He allowed the public to see his personal life.

Who takes the place of the President if he cannot do his duties?

• Speaker of the House

• President Pro Tempore of the Senate

• Vice President

• Chief Justice

Who is second in the line of succession to the President of the United States?

• Vice President

• Speaker of the House

• President Pro Tempore of the Senate

• Secretary of State

After the assassination of President Kennedy, which amendment was ratified to establish a clear process for presidential succession?

• 22nd Amendment

• 23rd Amendment

• 24th Amendment

• 25th Amendment