Presidential Qualifications: Alexander Hamilton's View
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What is one of the key characteristics of a good government according to Alexander Hamilton?

  • Free press
  • Energy in the executive (correct)
  • Strong legislative power
  • Independent judiciary

    • Which of the following is a requirement to be eligible to become the President of the United States?

  • 25 years of age and 5 years of residency
  • 10 years of residency
  • 35 years of age and 14 years of residency (correct)
  • 30 years of age

    • What is the correct order of presidential succession?

  • Vice President, Speaker of the House, President Pro Tempore of the Senate (correct)
  • Vice President, Secretary of State, Speaker of the House
  • Vice President, President Pro Tempore of the Senate, Speaker of the House
  • Vice President, Secretary of Defense, President Pro Tempore of the Senate

    • What is the main difference between a Presidential System and a Parliamentary System?

    <p>The President is head of state and head of government</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the 25th Amendment?

    <p>To provide for presidential replacement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum number of years of residency required for a President?

    <p>14 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a presidential power granted by the War Powers Resolution of 1973?

    <p>The power to declare war</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum majority required for Congress to override a presidential veto?

    <p>2/3 majority of both chambers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the president's executive orders?

    <p>To enforce legislative statutes and treaties</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the Senate in the process of presidential nominations?

    <p>To approve presidential nominations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the State of the Union address?

    <p>To report to Congress on the state of the nation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the concept of 'unitary power' in the context of presidential power?

    <p>The idea that the president has implied powers beyond those explicitly stated in the Constitution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one way that Presidents can promote their policy objectives to the public?

    <p>By using the bully pulpit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one check that Congress has on the power of the President?

    <p>The ability to override a Presidential veto</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the President's right to engage in confidential communications with their advisers?

    <p>Executive Privilege</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one consequence of low approval ratings for all three branches of government?

    <p>A crisis of democracy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the President's ability to persuade members of Congress to support their policy objectives?

    <p>Power to Persuade</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the President's role as a policy maker, particularly during the New Deal era?

    <p>Executive Centered Presidency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a power granted to Congress under Article I, Section 8?

    <p>Provide for the common defense</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which amendment is related to the enumeration of rights not granting general authority?

    <p>Ninth Amendment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the President under Article II, Section 3?

    <p>Ensure that the laws are faithfully executed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the limits on Congressional power?

    <p>No bills of attainder</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which section of the Constitution outlines the executive power?

    <p>Article II, Section 2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the Senate in the appointment process?

    <p>To confirm Presidential appointments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the total number of employees in the Departments of State, Treasury, and Defense?

    <p>859.8 thousand</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following departments was established in 1862?

    <p>Department of Agriculture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the President as the Chief Executive?

    <p>Head of the executive branch of government</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the power of the President as the Commander in Chief?

    <p>To be the supreme commander of military forces</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following departments was established in 2003?

    <p>Department of Homeland Security</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the President as the Chief Diplomat?

    <p>Recognizing foreign governments and making treaties</p> Signup and view all the answers

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