Understanding Pardons

What is a pardon in the context of government actions?

• A promotion in government service

• A reduction in taxes

• An official forgiveness for a crime

• A reward for good behavior

Which U.S. President pardoned his own son, Hunter Biden?

• George W. Bush

• Donald Trump

• Barack Obama

• Joe Biden

In Ancient Greece, how could someone obtain a pardon?

• Through a secret vote by citizens

• By appealing to the king

• By paying a fine

• By serving in the military

Which Enlightenment thinker called for the end of the power to pardon?

• Rousseau

• Montesquieu

• Voltaire

• John Locke

Who had the most influence on the U.S. President's power to pardon?

• Benjamin Franklin

• James Madison

• Alexander Hamilton

• Thomas Jefferson

What percentage of pardon requests did Trump grant during his first term?

• 2%

• 10%

• 15%

• 5%

What is one argument in favor of pardons?

• They increase government revenue

• They reduce the need for a judicial system

• They help correct overly harsh punishments

• They ensure all laws are enforced

What is a major concern about the use of pardons?

• They can lead to an obstruction of justice

• They are only available to the wealthy

• They are too difficult to obtain

• They are not recognized internationally

What is the only way to change the President's pardon power according to the Supreme Court?

• Through a Supreme Court ruling

• By amending the Constitution

• By passing a new law in Congress

• Through a presidential executive order

What is a potential benefit of pardons mentioned in the video?

• They can reduce government spending

• They can increase the number of laws

• They can heal political wounds

• They can eliminate the need for prisons