The Executive Branch

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What does it mean to "enforce laws"?

• The President manages the laws created by Congress and makes sure the citizens follow those laws.
• The President tells the citizens what the laws mean.
• The President creates new laws based on his policies.

What is the birth requirement to be the U.S. President?

• Born on U.S. soil
• A naturalized citizen for at least 14 years
• Born to a U.S. citizen regardless of the country where the birth occurs.

How old must a U.S. citizen be to run for President?

• 25 years old
• 30 years old
• 35 years old

Why does the Constitution require a citizen "have lived in the U.S. for the last 14 consecutive years prior to running for the presidency"?

• To ensure the citizen has no legal ties to another country
• To ensure the citizen understands the country and its needs
• To ensure the person is a citizen of the United States

What is the purpose of the cabinet?

• To oversee the Congress
• To spy on other countries and notify the President of plans to harm the U.S.
• To advise the President on American issues

Which of the following is NOT a power of the presidency?

• Create foreign treaties
• Act as Commander-in-Chief to the military
• Declare war

The legal act of removing the President (or other federal official) from office, known as impeachment, is used when:

• They are really bad at their job.
• They are very unpopular with the American people.
• They have committed a Federal crime, such as treason.