Article 2 Executive Branch

Formal qualification to be eligible for the office of the President or Vice-President of the United States.

Which one is NOT correct?

• Be a natural-born citizen of the United States

• Be at least 35 years old

• Be at least 25 years old

• Have been a resident of the United States for at least 14 years

How long does a Presidential term of office last?

• 4 years
• 6 years
• 2 years

According to the 22nd Amendment how many terms of office can a person be the President of the United States?

• 4
• 3
• 2

Powers of the Presidency:

Match the following

• Presidential Pardon

• Power over Military

• Make Treaties

• Power of Appointment

• Commander in Chief

• Check on Judicial

• Supreme Court Justices

• Check on Legislative

• Absolute or Pocket Veto

• Chief Diplomat

What is the veto power of the President and how does it work?

• The President can approve a bill without any changes

• The President can only veto a bill if it has unanimous support in Congress

• The President can only veto a bill if it is related to national security

• The President can reject a bill passed by Congress and send it back with reasons for the veto.

The most important function of the President is as Commander in Chief of which part of the United States government?

• Congress
• Supreme Court
• Military (Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard, Federal Intelligence Agencies, etc..))

The President is the Chief Diplomat of the United States. Who does the President appoint to represent them with other foreign nations? Keep in mind this person reports directly to the Secretary of State and the President.

• Justices
• Ambassadors
• Secretaries

What is an executive order and how does it differ from a law?

• An executive order is a type of legislation passed by Congress. It differs from a law in that it is only temporary.

• An executive order is a ceremonial document signed by the President during public events. It differs from a law in that it is only for show.

• An executive order is a directive issued by the President of the United States that manages operations of the federal government. It differs from a law in that it does not require approval from Congress.

• An executive order is a decision made by the Supreme Court. It differs from a law in that it is not legally binding.

Presidential Cabinet Functions and Responsibilities

Match the following

• National Security

• Defense

• Foreign Relations

• Homeland Security

• Print Money

• State

• National Parks

• Treasury

• Respond to Natural Disasters

• Interior

What are the powers and responsibilities of the Vice President?

• Appointing Supreme Court justices

• Managing the national budget

• Presiding over the Senate, casting tie-breaking votes, and taking over the presidency if the president is unable to fulfill their duties.

• Attending state funerals