Exploring the Powers of the Executive Branch

What is the primary role of the Executive Branch?

• To interpret laws

• To enforce laws

• To amend laws

• To create laws

Which of the following is NOT a requirement to run for the Office of President?

• Being a natural born citizen

• Having served in the military

• Being at least 35 years old

• Having lived in the U.S. for at least 14 years

What does it mean to be a natural born citizen of the United States?

• Born within the United States

• Born outside the United States to U.S. citizen parents

• Born within the United States to non-citizen parents

• Born outside the United States to non-citizen parents

Who steps in if the President is unable to fulfill their duties?

• The Vice President

• The Chief Justice

• The Speaker of the House

• The Secretary of State

What is one of the President's roles in the military?

• Secretary of Defense

• Chief of Staff

• Commander-in-Chief

• General of the Army

Which power allows the President to make agreements with other countries?

• Power to declare war

• Power to make treaties

• Power to veto

• Power to appoint

What is the purpose of the State of the Union address?

• To appoint judges

• To declare war

• To inform Congress of important issues

• To sign bills into law

What does it mean if a President is impeached?

• They are removed from office

• They are accused of a crime

• They resign from office

• They are acquitted of all charges

How many Presidents have been impeached and acquitted?

• Two

• Four

• One

• Three