The Office of the President

How many years must a President be a resident of the country?

• 5

• 10

• 14

• 20

What is required for a treaty with foreign nations?

• Presidential approval

• Senate approval (2/3 needed)

• Supreme Court approval

• No approval needed

The President can issue an executive ______ to carry out constitutional duties.

• order

• agreement

• veto

• pardon

What power allows the President to recognize foreign nations?

• Executive power

• Diplomatic power

• Military power

• Judicial power

What is a pocket veto?

• A bill signed into law

• A bill rejected by the President

• A bill that becomes law after 10 days without signature

• A bill that dies if Congress ends its session within 10 days without signature.

The Senate has the power of _________.

• Impeachment

• Investigation

• Trial

• Legislation

What can courts strike down if deemed unconstitutional?

• Laws

• Executive orders

• Amendments

• Treaties

The media acts as a ________ in a democracy.

• Leader

• Watchdog

• Follower

• Participant

The 22nd Amendment limits the President to how many terms?

• One

• Two

• Three

• Four

The role of the media in checking presidential power is to act as a _________.

• Supporter

• Opponent

• Watchdog

• Neutral party