Presidential Pardoning Power and Checks

Presidential Pardoning Power and Checks

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies

10th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Lucas Foster

FREE Resource

The video discusses President Trump's controversial statement about his absolute right to pardon himself and the implications of his early use of pardon power. It explores the constitutional basis for presidential pardons, highlighting that they apply to federal offenses and cannot prevent impeachment. The video also examines the checks and balances on this power, including potential judicial and legislative challenges, and the role of Congress and public opinion in holding the president accountable. The discussion emphasizes the political risks of Trump's approach and the importance of elections as a check on presidential power.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What unusual claim did President Trump make about his pardoning power?

He can pardon only after impeachment.

He can pardon state offenses.

He can pardon himself.

He can pardon without any checks.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why do presidents typically wait until later in their term to issue pardons?

To gain public support.

To ensure legal compliance.

To avoid political backlash.

To avoid creating political allies.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the US Constitution say about the president's power to pardon?

It allows pardoning of federal offenses.

It allows pardoning to avoid impeachment.

It allows pardoning of state offenses.

It allows unlimited pardoning.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What principle underlies the separation of powers related to pardoning?

No one should be a judge in their own cause.

The judiciary has no role in pardons.

The president has absolute power.

Congress can override any pardon.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How might the judicial branch check the president's pardoning power?

By enforcing the oath of office.

By issuing counter-pardons.

By declaring pardons unconstitutional.

By impeaching the president.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role does Congress play in regulating the pardon power?

It can impeach the judiciary.

It can revoke pardons.

It can limit corrupt pardons.

It can issue pardons itself.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a potential consequence of a president pardoning himself?

It would strengthen his power.

It would be legally binding.

It would lead to impeachment.

It would be ignored by Congress.

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