GOVT - Unit 5 Quizs - Executive Branch

If the President wants to delay the execution of a federal prisoner, he can issue a:

• pardon

• reprieve

• commutation

• amnesty

Which amendment made it clear that the Vice President will become President if the President is removed from office?

• 22nd

• 25th

• 20th

• 27th

Which amendment limits a President to two (2) terms in office?

• 20th

• 22nd

• 25th

• 19th

President George W. Bush ordered U.S. troops into Iraq to search for and seize dangerous weapons held by that government. This is an example of the president's role as _________________?

• Commander in Chief

• Chief Legislator

• Head of State

• Economic Leader

To become the U.S. Ambassador to a foreign nation, a person must be

• elected by the public

• appointed by the president and confirmed by the Senate

• nominated by the House of Representatives

• selected by the Secretary of State

Other than election, how could a person become Vice President of the United States?

• Appointed by the President, confirmed by Congress

• Elected by the Senate

• Nominated by the House of Representatives

• Selected by the Supreme Court

President George H. W. Bush attended the G8 Economic Conference in Paris, France to meet with leaders of several other countries. This is an example of the president's role as _________________?

• Chief Diplomat

• Commander in Chief

• Legislative Leader

• Economic Advisor

President Bill Clinton attended the Finals of the World Cup Soccer Tournament in Dallas, Texas to represent the United States. This is an example of the president's role as ___________________.

• Head of State

• Chief Executive

• Commander in Chief

• Legislative Leader

Which of these is not an "informal" expectation of someone who is president?

• College Education

• Government or Military Experience

• Wealthy

• Healthy and well spoken

How old does a person have to be to become President?

• 30

• 32

• 35

• 40