Executive Branch

What is the primary focus of Article 2 of the U.S. Constitution?

• Establishing the legislative branch.

• Defining the powers of the judicial branch.

• Outlining the structure and powers of the executive branch.

• Detailing the process for amending the Constitution.

Which of the following is NOT a constitutional requirement to be eligible for the U.S. Presidency?

• Be a natural-born citizen of the United States.

• Be at least 35 years old.

• Have resided in the United States for at least 14 years.

• Possess a college degree.

Which power allows the U.S. President to lead the military?

• Executive Power

• Power to Appoint

• Commander in Chief

• Power to Negotiate Treaties

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What role does the Senate play regarding the President's power to appoint officials and negotiate treaties?

• The Senate has no role; the President acts unilaterally.

• The Senate can approve or disapprove of the President's appointments and treaties.

• The Senate can only advise the President, but cannot block decisions.

• The Senate can only approve appointments, not treaties.

Which of the following is an explicitly listed power of the President in the Constitution?

• Control over the Presidential Cabinet

• Vetoing legislation

• Issuing executive orders

• Declaring war

What happens when the President vetoes a bill?

• The bill automatically becomes law after 10 days.

• The bill is rejected and does not become law.

• The President sends the bill directly to the Supreme Court for review.

• The bill is sent back to the states for ratification.

Which of the following best describes an implied power of the President?

• Powers explicitly written in Article 2 of the Constitution.

• Powers that are assumed the President can do, even if not explicitly listed in the Constitution.

• Powers that only Congress can exercise.

• Powers that require a national referendum to be enacted.

What is an Executive Order?

• A law passed by Congress and signed by the President.

• A directive issued by the President that carries the weight of a law.

• A judicial ruling by the Supreme Court.

• A treaty negotiated with foreign nations.