Executive Branch

What are the formal qualifications for becoming the President of the United States?

• At least 30 years old, natural-born citizen, lived in the U.S. for 10 years
• At least 35 years old, natural-born citizen, lived in the U.S. for 14 years
• At least 40 years old, must be a U.S. citizen, lived in the U.S. for 20 years
• No formal qualifications are required

What is the salary of the President of the United States?

• $300,000
• $350,000
• $400,000
• $450,000

As Chief Executive, what is the role of the President?

• Commanding the armed forces
• Negotiating treaties
• Ensuring that government programs are carried out and laws passed by Congress are implemented
• Representing the nation in ceremonial functions

What is the role of the President as Commander in Chief?

• Directing military operations
• Appointing government officials
• Creating foreign policies
• Overseeing the federal budget

How does the Electoral College work?

• The President is directly elected by popular vote
• Each state's electors cast votes based on the popular vote in their state
• The House of Representatives elects the President
• Senators vote to elect the President

Why was the Electoral College created?

• To ensure direct democracy
• As a compromise for the presidential election process
• To give more power to smaller states
• To prevent the public from directly electing the President

What is the maximum number of years a President can serve?

• 8 years
• 10 years
• 12 years
• There is no limit

How did George Washington set a precedent for presidential terms?

• By serving three terms
• By serving only one term
• By serving four terms
• By serving two terms and voluntarily stepping down

What unique record did Franklin D. Roosevelt achieve as President?

• He was the youngest President
• He served during both World Wars
• He was elected for four terms
• He was the first President to be impeached

How did the 22nd Amendment change the presidency?

• It abolished the presidency
• It established presidential term limits to two 4-year terms
• It allowed Presidents to serve unlimited terms
• It reduced the presidential term to 3 years