
Presidential Pardon Concepts

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History, Social Studies, Political Science
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9th - 12th Grade
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Patricia Brown
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is one of the primary reasons a presidential pardon might be granted?
To gain political favor
To increase government revenue
To avoid legal proceedings
For public welfare
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which historical code is mentioned as having a form of pardon?
Code of Hammurabi
Napoleonic Code
Code of Justinian
Magna Carta
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Who was the main advocate for the inclusion of the pardon power in the U.S. Constitution?
James Madison
Alexander Hamilton
Thomas Jefferson
George Washington
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was George Mason's stance on the presidential pardon during the founding fathers' debate?
He opposed it
He proposed it
He supported it
He was indifferent
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is NOT a limitation of the presidential pardon?
Cannot pardon state crimes
Cannot overturn impeachment
Cannot be used for future crimes
Cannot be challenged by Congress
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the formal procedure for requesting a presidential pardon?
Direct appeal to the President
Submitting a request to Congress
Filing a petition with the Department of Justice
Requesting through a state governor
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which President pardoned Sheriff Arpaio, sparking controversy?
President Bush
President Clinton
President Trump
President Obama
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