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Which of the following is the correct order of succession to the presidency, should the President die in office?
Which of the following is the correct order of succession to the presidency, should the President die in office?
What is the primary purpose of presidential primaries?
What is the primary purpose of presidential primaries?
A bill is presented to the President, who neither signs nor vetoes it and Congress adjourns. What is this presidential action called?
A bill is presented to the President, who neither signs nor vetoes it and Congress adjourns. What is this presidential action called?
In the event that no presidential ticket secures a majority in the Electoral College, who then has the authority to decide the election?
In the event that no presidential ticket secures a majority in the Electoral College, who then has the authority to decide the election?
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Which of the following is NOT a formal qualification for a person to become President of the United States?
Which of the following is NOT a formal qualification for a person to become President of the United States?
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What are the 4 things a president can do with a bill? (Select all that apply).
What are the 4 things a president can do with a bill? (Select all that apply).
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What is the maximum number of years a person can serve as president?
What is the maximum number of years a person can serve as president?
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How old must a person be to run for president?
How old must a person be to run for president?
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A person running for president must have lived in the US for 14 years?
A person running for president must have lived in the US for 14 years?
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How many electoral votes are needed to become president?
How many electoral votes are needed to become president?
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What is the total number of electoral votes?
What is the total number of electoral votes?
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What happens in the event that no single presidential election ticket wins a majority of the electoral vote?
What happens in the event that no single presidential election ticket wins a majority of the electoral vote?
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Who determines who becomes president?
Who determines who becomes president?
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What is the purpose of a cabinet?
What is the purpose of a cabinet?
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What are the qualifications for becoming president?
What are the qualifications for becoming president?
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What does a president determine during a presidential primary?
What does a president determine during a presidential primary?
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Flashcards
Presidential Succession
Presidential Succession
The order in which individuals take over the presidency if the current president dies or is unable to serve. The order is: 1. Vice President 2. Speaker of the House 3. President pro tempore 4. Secretary of State.
Presidential Primaries
Presidential Primaries
The process where voters choose which candidate will represent each political party in the presidential election. It involves state-level elections called primaries or caucuses.
What is the Cabinet and what is its purpose?
What is the Cabinet and what is its purpose?
The President's group of advisors, each leading a specific department, who advise the President on a variety of issues.
What are the President's options with a bill?
What are the President's options with a bill?
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What is a pardon?
What is a pardon?
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What is the President's role as Chief Executive?
What is the President's role as Chief Executive?
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What does the President do in regards to appointments?
What does the President do in regards to appointments?
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What is the President's role in regards to department reports?
What is the President's role in regards to department reports?
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What is the President's role as Commander-in-Chief?
What is the President's role as Commander-in-Chief?
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What is the President's role as Chief Diplomat?
What is the President's role as Chief Diplomat?
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What specific action does the President take as Chief Diplomat?
What specific action does the President take as Chief Diplomat?
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What specific action does the President take as Chief Diplomat?
What specific action does the President take as Chief Diplomat?
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What is the President's role as Chief of State?
What is the President's role as Chief of State?
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What is the President's role as Chief of Party?
What is the President's role as Chief of Party?
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What specific action does the President take as Chief of Party?
What specific action does the President take as Chief of Party?
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What is the President's role as Chief Legislator?
What is the President's role as Chief Legislator?
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What specific action does the President take as Chief Legislator?
What specific action does the President take as Chief Legislator?
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What specific action does the President take regarding bills passed by Congress?
What specific action does the President take regarding bills passed by Congress?
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What is the President's role as Chief Guardian of the Economy?
What is the President's role as Chief Guardian of the Economy?
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What specific action does the President take as Chief Guardian of the Economy?
What specific action does the President take as Chief Guardian of the Economy?
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What specific action does the President take as Chief Guardian of the Economy?
What specific action does the President take as Chief Guardian of the Economy?
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Can a President perform multiple roles at once?
Can a President perform multiple roles at once?
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What is a typical day like for the President?
What is a typical day like for the President?
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What are some examples of the President's activities throughout the day?
What are some examples of the President's activities throughout the day?
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Can a single activity require the President to perform multiple roles?
Can a single activity require the President to perform multiple roles?
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What does the President typically do first thing in the morning?
What does the President typically do first thing in the morning?
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Who may wake the President and how do they provide updates on major events?
Who may wake the President and how do they provide updates on major events?
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How does the President stay updated on events and major issues?
How does the President stay updated on events and major issues?
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Who does the President rely on for assistance and advice?
Who does the President rely on for assistance and advice?
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Who might the President meet with during their day?
Who might the President meet with during their day?
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Study Notes
Presidential Succession
- If the president dies, the vice president takes over
- Speaker of the House
- President pro tempore
- Secretary of State
Presidential Primaries
- Parties choose candidates
- Will represent the party
Qualifications for President
- 35 years old
- U.S. born citizen
- Lived in the U.S. for 14 years
Presidential Powers
- Four actions the president can take with a bill
- Sign the bill
- Veto the bill
- Do nothing (pocket veto)
Electoral Process
- Needs at least 270 electoral votes out of 538
- If no ticket has a majority, the House of Representatives decides
- Representatives determine who becomes president
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Description
Test your knowledge on the key aspects of the U.S. presidential processes, including succession, qualifications, electoral processes, and presidential powers. This quiz covers essential concepts that define how the U.S. presidency operates, from primary elections to the responsibilities and powers of the president.