Government Units 4-6 Quizizz

What is one of the formal qualifications listed in the Constitution for becoming President of the United States?

• Must be at least 30 years old

• Must be a natural-born citizen

• Must have served in the military

• Must have a law degree

Which amendment to the U.S. Constitution limits the President to two terms in office?

• 20th Amendment

• 22nd Amendment

• 25th Amendment

• 19th Amendment

Analyze the role of the President as Commander in Chief of the Armed Forces. How does this role differ from the President's role as Chief Diplomat?

• Both roles involve military decisions

• Commander in Chief involves military leadership, while Chief Diplomat involves foreign policy and treaties

• Both roles are primarily ceremonial

• Chief Diplomat involves domestic policy, while Commander in Chief involves international relations

What is the primary function of the Electoral College in the U.S. presidential election process?

• To conduct the national popular vote

• To formally elect the President and Vice President

• To nominate candidates for the presidency

• To oversee the primary elections

Examine the influence of Political Action Committees (PACs) on elections. Which of the following best describes their role?

• PACs directly nominate candidates for office

• PACs provide financial support to candidates and influence election outcomes

• PACs are responsible for counting votes

• PACs create laws regarding campaign finance

How does media coverage influence public opinion during election campaigns?

• By providing unbiased information only

• By shaping perceptions and highlighting specific issues

• By ensuring all candidates receive equal airtime

• By focusing solely on policy discussions

What is gerrymandering, and how does it affect the formation of Congressional districts?

• Gerrymandering is the fair distribution of districts based on population

• Gerrymandering is the manipulation of district boundaries to favor a particular party

• Gerrymandering is the process of adding more districts to a state

• Gerrymandering is the elimination of districts to reduce representation

Which of the following is a requirement to become a naturalized citizen of the United States?

• Must be born in the United States

• Must have a parent who is a U.S. citizen

• Must pass a U.S. history and government test

• Must serve in the U.S. military

Define civil liberties and provide an example.

• Civil liberties are protections against government actions, such as freedom of speech

• Civil liberties are rights granted by the government, such as the right to vote

• Civil liberties are privileges given to certain groups, such as tax exemptions

• Civil liberties are laws that regulate business practices

Analyze the impact of the 14th Amendment on civil rights in the United States.

• It abolished slavery

• It granted equal protection under the law to all citizens

• It established the right to bear arms

• It limited the powers of the federal government