Article II: The Presidency Flashcards
If the president wants to select a justice for the Supreme Court, what is his limitation on this?
The senate must approve
The president signing a trade agreement with China is an example of
Making a treaty
Which best describes how the executive branch affects the power of the military?
The executive branch checks the power of the military
Under Article II of the constitution, the qualification of a president are
Must be:
at least 35 years old
Natural born US citizen
US resident for at least 14 years
What is an example of a presidential power that has no clear limitation?
Granting pardons
What does the executive branch do?
Carry out laws
What is a main purpose of the State of The Union address?
Identify major policy issues
Who would the president most likely appoint to offer advice about national defense?
A cabinet member
Article II of the constitution defines the roles of
The President and the Vice President
Which best describes how the Electoral College affects the executive branch?
The electoral college chooses the president and Vice President
An important duty of the president is
Addressing congress (state of Union address)
As commander in chief, the president has the power to
Lead the military
A general limitation on the power of the president is
The possibility of impeachment
During the State of Union address, the president is required to report to
Members of Congress
Why does the Constitution limit the power of the executive branch?
To keep the president from becoming too powerful
