Road to the White House
What is the minimum age for someone to become president?
35
This military title belongs to the president under Article II.
Commander in Chief
This official is first in line to succeed the president
Vice President
What is the name of the group of department heads that advises the president
Cabinet
True or false: policies addressing issues within the United States, such as the economy, are considered domestic policies.
True
During which election phase do voters select delegates who nominate party candidates? (Two possible answers -- name one)
Primary / Caucus
This presidential power forgives a federal offense, except in impeachment cases.
Pardon Power
This official is second in the presidential line of succession
Speaker of the House
Who must confirm the president's cabinet picks?
Which of these would not be part of a president's domestic policy?
a. reducing unemployment
b. increasing funding for schools
c. meeting with foreign leaders to improve relationships
C
How many Electoral College votes does Idaho have?
4
This a formal presidential directive that can be revoked by a future president.
Executive Order
This official follows the Speaker of the House in the succession line
President Pro Tempore of the Senate
Name the department that manages federal finances.
Department of the Treasury
Which of these would not be part of a president's foreign policy?
A. creating jobs to reduce unemployment
B. providing military aid to leaders
C. negotiating trade agreements
A
Why does Idaho have 4 Electoral College votes?
Because we have two senators and 2 members of the House of Representatives
These powers are inferred from the president’s explicitly granted constitutional powers but are not specifically listed -- what are they called?
Implied Powers / Inherent Powers
These two cabinet officers are fourth and fifth in the presidential line of succession, in that order
4th: Secretary of State
5th: Secretary of Treasury
Name the department that conducts diplomacy and manages relations with other countries
Department of State
This term describes how a president is remembered after leaving office, including their accomplishments, decisions, failures, and lasting impact on the country.
Legacy
Name the three formal constitutional requirements to become president.
1. Be at least 35 years old
2. Be a natural-born citizen
3. Be a resident of the United States for at least 14 years
For a treaty to receive Senate consent, how many senators must approve?
2/3
Section III of this amendment lets the president voluntarily transfer powers temporarily to the vice president
Name the department focused on federal public lands and natural resources.
Department of the Interior
Who has the power to check the president's power after a national emergency has been declared?
Congress