Understanding the 25th Amendment

What issue did the presidential succession clause originally have?

• It was ambiguous about the vice president assuming the title of president.

• It named a successor for the vice president's office.

• It clearly defined the vice president's role.

• It provided a clear procedure for presidential inability.

What does Section 1 of the 25th Amendment state?

• The vice president acts as president if the president is temporarily unable to serve.

• The vice president and cabinet can declare the president unable to serve.

• The vice president becomes president if the president is removed, dies, or resigns.

• The president can nominate a new vice president if there is a vacancy.

How is a new vice president selected according to Section 2?

• The Supreme Court appoints a new vice president.

• The president nominates a candidate, confirmed by Congress.

• The public votes for a new vice president.

• The vice president nominates a candidate.

Which section of the 25th Amendment was used when Vice President Spiro Agnew resigned?

• Section 1

• Section 2

• Section 3

• Section 4

What was unique about Gerald Ford's presidency?

• He was elected as both president and vice president.

• He became president without being elected to either office.

• He served as president for only one year.

• He was the first president to resign.

Why is Section 4 of the 25th Amendment considered controversial?

• It clearly defines presidential inability.

• It allows the Supreme Court to decide on presidential fitness.

• It has never been invoked.

• It involves the vice president and cabinet in declaring presidential inability.

What was a significant concern during Ronald Reagan's presidency related to the 25th Amendment?

• His re-election campaign.

• His resignation from office.

• His potential impeachment.

• His mental health and ability to serve.

What event in 2021 led to discussions about invoking Section 4?

• The appointment of a new Supreme Court justice.

• The insurrection at the U.S. Capitol.

• The resignation of the vice president.

• The election of a new president.

What is a key question regarding the 25th Amendment's Section 4?

• Who should be the next vice president?

• What constitutes a president's inability to serve?

• How long can a president serve?

• Who should be the next Supreme Court justice?

Why is the 25th Amendment important for voters?

• It requires the president to be re-elected every two years.

• It limits the president's term to four years.

• It ensures a clear line of succession.

• It allows voters to choose the vice president.