Presidential Power Expansion and Its Impact on American Governance

Presidential Power Expansion and Its Impact on American Governance

Assessment

Interactive Video

History, Social Studies, Political Science

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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The video explores the expansion of presidential power beyond constitutional limits, citing historical examples like the Louisiana Purchase and FDR's presidency. It discusses legislative checks such as the 22nd Amendment and the War Powers Act. The Federalist Papers, particularly Hamilton's Federalist No. 70, argue for a strong, energetic executive. In contrast, Arthur Schlesinger critiques the secrecy associated with executive power, highlighting its potential for misuse. The video concludes by balancing the need for executive secrecy with the risks of unchecked power.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which historical event is an example of a president using powers not explicitly granted by the Constitution?

The signing of the Declaration of Independence

The Louisiana Purchase

The Emancipation Proclamation

The Boston Tea Party

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the 22nd Amendment limit?

The power of Congress to declare war

The number of terms a president can serve

The number of Supreme Court justices

The ability of the president to veto bills

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the War Powers Act require from the president?

To consult the Supreme Court before military action

To declare war independently

To get congressional approval within 60 days of military action

To inform the public of all military decisions

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main argument in Federalist No. 70?

The need for a strong legislative branch

The importance of a single, energetic executive

The necessity of a multi-person executive committee

The benefits of a weak executive branch

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to Alexander Hamilton, what quality is essential for good government?

A large executive committee

Public opinion

Secrecy

Energy in the executive

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a key concern about having multiple leaders in the executive branch, according to Hamilton?

Enhanced secrecy

Diminished accountability

Increased decisiveness

Improved public opinion

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Arthur Schlesinger Jr. criticize about the executive branch?

Its lack of power

Its excessive transparency

Its use of secrecy

Its reliance on public opinion

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