Presidential Roles
What is the President's role when he leads the military and sends troops into battle?
Commander-in-Chief
What is a rule or order issued by the President that works like a law?
An Executive Order
The President sends troops to battle, but who is the only one that can officially declare war?
Congress
The President has the power to nominate people to which high court?
The Supreme Court
On what date was the Emancipation Proclamation issued?
January 1, 1863
Which branch of the federal government does the President oversee?
The Executive Branch
Which President issued the Emancipation Proclamation?
Abraham Lincoln
What is it called when the President refuses to sign a bill?
A veto
Besides judges, what other branch does the President make appointments for?
The Executive Branch
True or False: The President can declare war on his own.
False
What is the name of the annual speech the President gives to Congress?
The State of the Union address
Which branch can stop an executive order if it is unconstitutional?
The Judicial Branch (The Courts)
Which part of Congress must "confirm" or approve the President's nominations
The Senate
When choosing a judge, what does the President look at besides their past records?
Their beliefs
True or False: The President can suggest or recommend laws to Congress.
True
What power does the President use to forgive someone for a federal crime?
The power to pardon
Who does the President usually give instructions to using executive orders?
Executive agencies or government officials
What can Congress do to pass a law even if the President vetoes it?
They can override the veto
Does Congress have a role in nominating a Supreme Court Justice?
Yes (the Senate must confirm them)
What is the main building shown in your textbook where the President lives?
The White House
The President uses "Executive Authority" when dealing with leaders of what?
Foreign countries
How many enslaved people did the Emancipation Proclamation free?
More than 3 million
What does the Supreme Court call an order that goes against the Constitution?
Unconstitutional
The President is the _________ of the government.
Head (or Leader)
What tool does a judge use (shown in your book) to show they have authority?
A gavel