U.S. President Facts

What is the process for electing a President of the United States?

• Supreme Court decision

• Popular vote

• Electoral College

• Congressional appointment

Who has the power to veto legislation passed by Congress?

• The Speaker of the House

• The President

• The Vice President

• The Supreme Court

Which president is known for delivering the Gettysburg Address?

• Abraham Lincoln

• George Washington

• John F. Kennedy

• Thomas Jefferson

What is the order of succession to the presidency if the president is unable to serve?

• Vice President, Secretary of State, Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, and then the Senate Majority Leader

• Vice President, Secretary of Education, Governor of California, and then the Secretary of Homeland Security

• Vice President, Speaker of the House, President pro tempore of the Senate, and then the Cabinet members

• Vice President, Secretary of Defense, Attorney General, and then the Secretary of the Treasury

How many terms can a president serve according to the 22nd Amendment?

• Two terms

• Four terms

• Unlimited terms

• Three terms

Describe the steps involved in the Electoral College process for electing a president.

• Selection of electors by the Supreme Court

• Selection of electors, meeting of electors to cast their votes, and counting of electoral votes by Congress

• Appointment by the President

• Direct popular vote by citizens

What are the main duties of the President of the United States?

• Serving as the head of state, commander-in-chief of the military, and chief executive of the federal government.

• Serving as the head of the local government

• Managing the national parks

• Leading the United Nations

Which president is known for establishing the National Park system?

• Theodore Roosevelt

• John F. Kennedy

• George Washington

• Abraham Lincoln

Who would become president if both the president and vice president are unable to serve?

• Secretary of State

• Attorney General

• Chief Justice of the Supreme Court

• Speaker of the House of Representatives

What is the role of the Vice President in the Senate?

• He/She is the President of the Senate and can cast a vote in case of a tie.

• He/She has no role in the Senate.

• He/She can veto any decision made by the Senate.

• He/She is responsible for drafting all legislation for the Senate.