TCI: Ch. 13 & 14: Quiz

The president of the United States must meet which of the following formal qualifications. (Select all that apply)

• Must be a naturalized citizen.
• Must have lived in the United States for at least 14 years.
• Must be at least 35 years old.
• Must be at least 40 years old.
• Must have a college degree.

Which of the following is considered an informal qualification for the presidency?

• Being a natural-born citizen.
• Having a background in education or law enforcement.
• Being at least 35 years old.
• Having a college degree.

What is the process for electing the president of the United States?

• The president is elected by a popular vote of the entire country.
• The president is chosen by the Electoral College based on the popular vote count in each state.
• The president is appointed by the Supreme Court.
• The president is chosen by the Senate.

What is the role of the vice president in the United States?

• To take over if something happens to the president.
• To preside over the Senate.
• To serve as the ceremonial leader of the government.
• To manage the federal bureaucracy.

How can a president be impeached and removed from office?

• The House of Representatives votes to impeach, and the Senate conducts a trial and must find the president guilty.
• The president is recalled through a special election.
• The Supreme Court removes the president if they are found guilty of treason.
• The Presidential Cabinet votes to impeach, and the Senate conducts a trial and finds the president guilty.

What is the role of the president as commander in chief?

• To oversee the economy and manage trade agreements.
• To represent the United States at official functions.
• To make and enforce laws.
• To have control over the military and make military decisions.

Which of the following is an example of an independent agency under the executive branch?

• Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
• Department of the Treasury
• Council of Economic Advisors
• National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

What is the purpose of the Executive Office of the President?

• To provide support staff to the president.
• To oversee the federal bureaucracy.
• To carry out the day-to-day operations of the government.
• To implement and enforce federal laws.

Which of the following is true about civil servants who work in government bureaucracies?

• They are often portrayed as mindless paper pushers, but they are dedicated and highly skilled individuals.
• They have little power or influence in the government.
• They are responsible for making all government policy decisions.
• They work primarily in the legislative branch of government.

What is the purpose of the executive departments in the executive branch?

• To support the president's reelection campaign.
• To oversee the federal budget and fiscal policy.
• To enforce immigration laws and protect national security.
• To carry out the work of the government in specific policy areas.