Roles of the President 1
This role requires the President to be the ceremonial head of government, maintaining public relations as a symbol/figure of the United States.
Chief of State
The Role requires the President to make decisions regarding the nation's military.
Commander in Chief
What is the minimum age that someone needs to be in order for the to be eligible for President?
35 years old
When the President receives a bill, but is unable to sign it within the 10-day period, this is called a ...
Pocket Veto
This individual has the responsibility to preside over the Senate and helps decide presidential disability.
Vice President
This role requires the President to make decisions that deal with domestic and foreign affairs, primarily dictating policy.
Chief Executive
This role President to make decisions on policy that impacts the nation's finances.
Chief Economist
What is the residency requirement that someone needs to meet in order for them to become President?
They need to have lived in the United States for 14 years (does not have to be consecutive).
When a President delays the signing of a bill because they do not agree with a portion of the bill, they are most likely performing a ...
Line-Item Veto
The selection of a vice-presidential candidate to compliment and strengthen the Presidential nomination and appeal to more voters is called...
"Balancing the Ticket"
This role requires the President to oversee and manage the Presidential Cabinet, and other higher-ranking members of government.
Chief Administrator
This role gives the President the responsibility of representing fulfilling the agenda of the political party.
Chief of Party
What does natural born mean?
Born in America or born overseas to American parents.
What is a power given to the executive branch of government, which involves the selection of individuals for various official positions, as well as the ability to dismiss them from said positions?
Appointment and removal.
Explain why the Vice-President position is described as "superfluous".
The Vice President position in the United States is sometimes described as "superfluous" because its constitutional duties are relatively limited compared to those of other branches of government.
This role requires the President to establish and maintain relationships with foreign countries.
Chief Diplomat
This role makes the President the representative of "all of the people".
Chief Citizen
What does the term impeachment mean?
To be impeached means you are brought up on official charges (usually an abuse of power).
The President has the power of clemency.
Define the following terms: reprieve, pardon, amnesty
Reprieve: postponing consequences for charges
Pardon: forgiveness from charges
Amnesty: when a group is granted leniency of the law
Define the term First Lady.
"First Lady" refers to the wife of the President of the United States.
This role requires the President to take part in the creation, implementation, and enforcement of laws.
Chief Legislator
Summarize the 22nd amendment.
Presidential term limit is no more than 2 terms (or 10 years total).
What are the next three people in line for Presidency?
1. Vice President
2. Speaker of the House
3. President Pro Tempore of the Senate
4. Secretary of State
What fundamental responsibility does the executive branch possess, which involves enforcing and implementing the laws passed by the legislative branch?
Execution of Law
How has role of the First Lady changed over the years?
Increased Public Visibility, Advocacy and Policy, Professional Background and Career, Global Diplomacy and Leadership, Diverse Perspectives and Initiatives.
Overall, the role of the First Lady continues to evolve in response to shifting societal norms, political dynamics, and global challenges.