US US Presidential Powers and Duties

Question 1

Under the US Constitution, the President serves as Commander-in-Chief of which forces?

Accepted Answer

The Army, Navy, and state militias when called into federal service

Answer

The Army and Navy only

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All armed forces and intelligence agencies

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The National Guard and Air Force only

Question 2

Which body must approve treaties negotiated by the President?

Accepted Answer

The Senate by a two-thirds majority

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The House of Representatives by a simple majority

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Both chambers of Congress by a simple majority

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The Supreme Court

Question 3

What is the constitutional minimum age requirement to serve as President of the United States?

Accepted Answer

35 years old

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30 years old

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40 years old

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25 years old

Question 4

If the President vetoes a bill, what must Congress do to override the veto?

Accepted Answer

Pass the bill again by a two-thirds majority in both chambers

Answer

Pass the bill again by a simple majority in both chambers

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Appeal to the Supreme Court

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Have the Vice President cast a tie-breaking vote

Question 5

Which amendment to the US Constitution limits the President to two terms in office?

Accepted Answer

22nd Amendment

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20th Amendment

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21st Amendment

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25th Amendment

Question 6

What constitutional duty requires the President to periodically report legislative priorities to Congress?

Accepted Answer

State of the Union Address

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Presidential Directive

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Executive Order

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Congressional Briefing