U.S. Presidential Candidate Requirements

The video tutorial explains the constitutional and informal requirements to become the U.S. President. It covers the age, residency, and natural-born citizenship criteria, as well as the role of the Electoral College. Additionally, it discusses informal requirements like government experience, fundraising ability, and personal characteristics. The video also highlights the difference between campaign skills and presidential skills.

What is the minimum age requirement to become the President of the United States?

• 30 years

• 35 years

• 45 years

• 40 years

How many years must a presidential candidate have lived in the United States?

• 10 years

• 16 years

• 12 years

• 14 years

What defines a natural-born citizen in the context of U.S. presidential eligibility?

• Someone who is a U.S. citizen by naturalization

• Someone who is a U.S. citizen at birth

• Someone who has lived in the U.S. for 10 years

• Someone who has a U.S. work visa

What is the minimum number of Electoral College votes needed to win the U.S. presidency?

• 250

• 260

• 270

• 280

Which of the following is considered an informal requirement for presidential candidates?

• Having experience in government

• Being a natural-born citizen

• Having a law degree

• Being at least 40 years old

Why is fundraising considered an important aspect of running for the U.S. presidency?

• It is required by the Constitution

• It helps candidates pay for personal expenses

• It is a tradition started by George Washington

• It allows candidates to finance their campaigns

What role does the president play in their political party?

• They are the secretary of the party

• They are the leader of their political party

• They have no official role in the party

• They are the treasurer of the party

Which characteristic is often expected of presidential candidates but is not constitutionally required?

• Being a natural-born citizen

• Having a college degree

• Being at least 35 years old

• Mental stability

What skill is considered important for presidential candidates during campaigns?

• Singing

• Driving

• Debating

• Cooking

What is a common argument about the skills needed to run a successful presidential campaign?

• They are not important at all

• They are the same as those needed to be a good president

• They are only needed for the first term

• They are different from those needed to be a good president