Power
In the role of symbolic figurehead representing the United States internationally, the president acts as the
chief of state
What is the age minimum required to be president of the United States?
Minimum age of 35
Who was the first president of the United States?
George Washington
If a president dies in office, the vice president
becomes president and serves out the term
An executive branch employee who serves “at the pleasure of the president” may be dismissed by the president
at any time and for any reason
Under the War Powers Act of 1973, what is the maximum length of time a president can commit troops to military action without Congress's approval?
90 days
What is the name of the institution that is used to elect the president?
Electoral College
What is the name of the major scandal that forced Nixon to resign from the presidency?
Watergate Scandal
What happens if a president becomes disabled?
The vice president takes over presidential duties
How would a president who wants to establish rules and regulations of the operation of a federal agency achieve that?
Issuing Executive Order
How has the power of the presidency changed over time?
Increased significantly over time
What department was created during the 1930s to advise and assist the president in carrying out presidential duties?
Executive office of the president EOP
What is a presidential veto?
rejection of a bill by a president
Under the Presidential Succession Act of 1947, the next person in line after the vice president is the head of the
House of Representatives
What can a president do to bypass the Senate approval that is required for a treaty?
make an executive agreement
What did early vice presidents often complain about?
too little to do
What organization forms the heart of the Executive Office of the President?
White House Office
Who was the president prior to Vice President Andrew Johnson?
Abraham Lincoln
Who is the executive branch official in charge of opening and counting the electoral votes for president every four years?
Vice President
What is the name of the annual speech delivered by the President to Congress, which outlines legislative priorities?
State of the Union Address
In the event of a major terrorist incident, who would have the responsibility for responding?
National Security Council
This amendment limits Presidents to serving no more than two terms
22nd amendment
Which vice president did not run on the same ticket with the president he served? (first president)
John Adams
What is the amendment to the Constitution that outlines what happens if the President is unable to perform their duties?
25th Amendment
Before appointing Cabinet members or Supreme Court justices, the President needs approval from this part of Congress
Senate