Commander in Chief

What power does the Constitution give to the president regarding the armed forces of the United States?

• The power to control the armed forces

• The power to disband the armed forces

• The power to only fund the armed forces

• The power to promote soldiers without any limitations

For what purpose have presidents used the power to control the armed forces, as mentioned in the learning material?

• To wage war against foreign threats

• To increase the size of the military

• To negotiate peace treaties

• To provide education to military personnel

According to the learning material, what is NOT included in the president's power to control the armed forces?

• A lot of details on this particular power

• The ability to use federal troops to maintain order

• The ability to use federal troops to control rioting

• The ability to transport supplies or troops after a natural disaster

How can the president's power over the armed forces be used within the nation's own borders?

• To defend the nation

• To enforce educational laws

• To collect taxes

• To regulate interstate commerce

What domestic uses of the president's power over the armed forces are mentioned in the learning material?

• Controlling rioting, helping after a natural disaster, and transporting supplies or troops to maintain order

• Building infrastructure and providing healthcare

• Conducting surveillance and intelligence operations

• Regulating the economy and trade

Which of the following powers does Congress have that limit the president's role as Commander in Chief?

• Congress can appoint military generals

• Congress retains power to declare war

• Congress can deploy troops without the president's consent

• Congress can engage in peace treaties without the president

What is one of the powers of Congress related to military funding?

• Congress can independently purchase military equipment

• Congress provides the funds to pay for the military

• Congress can direct military strategies

• Congress can station troops domestically without the president's approval

Can the President use troops without a formal declaration of war?

• No, the President can never use troops without Congress's approval

• Yes, but only with the approval of the Supreme Court

• Yes, the President can use troops without a formal declaration of war

• No, the President can only use troops for training purposes without a declaration of war

When was the War of 1812 declared?

• June 17, 1812

• May 12, 1846

• April 25, 1898

• April 6, 1917

What was the House vote for the declaration of the Mexican-American War?

• 79-49

• 174-14

• 373-50

• 420-1