POD Chapter 14-2

What fraction of Senate votes is required to approve a treaty?

• Simple majority (51%)
• Three-fourths (75%)
• Two-thirds (67%)
• Unanimous (100%)

Which of the following does NOT require Senate approval?

• Executive agreements
• Treaties
• Cabinet appointments
• Supreme Court nominations

What is the President's role in the military?

• Secretary of Defense
• Commander in Chief
• Joint Chief of Staff
• Secretary of State

How long does a President have to report to Congress after engaging in military action according to the War Powers Resolution?

• 24 hours
• 48 hours
• 72 hours
• 96 hours

Which of these is NOT one of the President's options when presented with a bill?

• Sign the bill
• Veto the bill
• Modify parts of the bill
• Pocket veto

Who is considered the highest-ranking member of the U.S. military?

• Secretary of Defense
• Commander in Chief
• Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff
• CIA Director

What is a pardon?

• A reduced sentence
• A postponed execution of sentence
• Legal forgiveness
• A group forgiveness

How many executive departments are headed by Cabinet members?

• 12
• 13
• 14
• 15

Which group advises the President on both foreign and domestic military matters?

• Joint Chiefs of Staff
• National Security Council
• Cabinet members
• Economic advisors

What happens if Congress wants to override a presidential veto?

• Simple majority vote needed
• Three-fourths vote needed
• Two-thirds vote needed
• Unanimous vote needed