Executive Branch 25

What is the main purpose of Article II of the U.S. Constitution?

• To create the executive branch of the US government.

• To create the legislative branch of the U.S. government.

• To outline the rights of citizens.

• To set up the judicial branch of the U.S. government.

How long is the term for which the President and Vice President are elected?

• Four years

• Two years

• Six years

• Eight years

What does the 22nd Amendment do?

• Limits the president to two terms in office.

• Allows the president to serve unlimited terms.

• Requires the president to be at least 40 years old.

• Establishes the Supreme Court.

Which of the following is NOT a qualification to become President of the United States?

• Must have served in the military.

• Must be at least 35 years old.

• Must be a natural-born citizen.

• Must have been a resident of the U.S. for 14 years.

What is a special session of Congress?

• A session called by the President to address an urgent matter of national importance.

• A session called by the Speaker of the House to address an urgent matter of national importance.

• A session called by the Chief Judge to address an urgent matter of national importance.

• A session called by the Governor to address an urgent matter of state importance.

What does the term "bureaucracy" refer to?

• All government workers, agencies, and organizations.

• The process of making laws.

• The president's advisors.

• The military branches.

Who is responsible for enforcing and carrying out the laws passed by Congress?

• The President

• The Supreme Court

• The Senate

• The Speaker of the House

Who must approve treaties made by the President?

• The Senate

• The House of Representatives

• The Supreme Court

• The Vice President

Which of the following is NOT a sole power of the president?

• Approving legislation

• Granting pardons

• Commissioning military officers

• Calling Congress into a special session

Which of the following is an example of a shared power with the Senate?

• Appointing ambassadors

• Granting pardons

• Issuing executive orders

• Calling Congress into session