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# Executive Branch Study Guide **1. Which article of the Constitution lays out the roles and responsibility of the Executive Branch?** Article II **2. What is the primary responsibility of the Executive Branch of the United States government?** The primary responsibility of the executive branch...

# Executive Branch Study Guide **1. Which article of the Constitution lays out the roles and responsibility of the Executive Branch?** Article II **2. What is the primary responsibility of the Executive Branch of the United States government?** The primary responsibility of the executive branch is to enforce laws. **3. What are the 3 formal qualifications to be President of the United States?** * Be at least 35 years old. * Be a natural-born citizen of the U.S. * Have lived in the U.S. for at least 14 years. **4. Based on historical evidence, what have been some of the informal qualifications to be President and how has that changed over time? Cite specific examples.** (The text is incomplete so it's difficult to understand this question. More context or the full question is needed. ) **5. The duties and responsibilities of the President can be categorized into 4 categories we call the "4 Cs." What are these?** Chief executive, chief diplomat, commander in chief, and chief of state **6. What are the President's duties when acting as the Commander in Chief of the Armed forces?** Lead the military, order military orders, act decisively when attacked or threatened. **7. Who has the power to declare war within the United States government?** Congress **8. Can presidents send troops into combat operations without the authorization of Congress? How is this possible?** Yes, they can use executive orders and the War Powers Act. **9. When a President invokes the War Powers Act, how long is that authorization good for, and what happens at the end of the allowed time period?** The authorization is good for 60 days, and it has to be renewed. **10. Provide one example of a United States President using the War Powers Act.** President Reagan **11. What are some of the actions a President engages in when he acts as the Chief Executive Officer?** Nominate political appointees, issue executive orders, and host the State of the Union address. **12. What are some of the actions a President engages in when he acts as the Chief Diplomat?** Negotiate trade agreements, negotiate peace agreements, negotiate alliances, call and meet with world leaders. **13. What are some of the actions a President engages in when he acts as the Ceremonial Head of State? Give an example.** Host foreign dignitaries, give citizens awards, and host celebratory events (e.g., State Dinners). **14. Why were some of the Framers of the Constitution concerned about direct election of the President?** They were concerned because they did not trust the idea of democracy, thinking the president would have too much power.