USG Quiz 13.1 President's Job Description

As chief citizen, the President is the automatic head of the political party that controls the executive branch.

• True

• False

As commander in chief, the President has control of the army and navy.

• True

• False

As chief of party, the President is expected to represent the interests of all the people, not just the constituents of a State or congressional district.

• True

• False

As chief of state, the President is ceremonial head of government.

• True

• False

The President is the chief administrator, or head of the large federal bureaucracy.

• True

• False

The Constitution stipulates that the President must

• be a natural-born citizen.

• have lived in the country for at least 14 years.

• be either a natural-born or naturalized citizen.

Among other requirements, the Constitution states that the President must be at least ___ years old.

• 25

• 30

• 35

• 40

According to the 22nd Amendment, the President

• may serve a maximum of 10 years.

• may serve a maximum of 8 years.

• may run for a third term only after someone else has been President for four years.

• may serve a maximum of 12 years.

Which of the following plans have Presidents in the late 20th century suggested for changing the presidential term of office?

• a single six-year term or an unlimited number of four-year terms

• a single four-year term or a single six-year term

• a single eight-year term with no chance for reelection

• an unlimited number of four-year terms or a single term

The President’s compensation package includes

• a $99,500 salary.

• a $200,000 expense account.

• a $200,000 pension, paid over five years.

• none of the above.