Civics History Unit Test Flashcards
Who is the president and vice president?
Joe Biden And Kamala Harris
What are the Constitutional rules about who can become president?
The president must be 35 years old and a native-born citizen. They must also have lived in the U.S. for 14 more years. You can serve for a maximum of 2x4 Years terms or a max. of 10 years.
Most presidents share a few common characteristics. What are they?
Most presidents are rich, white, Christian, and educated men.
How often do presidential elections occur?
An election for president of the United States happens every four years on the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November.
Who are the first five officials in the presidential line of succession?
Vice President, Speaker of the House, President Pro Tempore of the Senate, Secretary of State, Secretary of the Treasury
How long is a presidential term? Why is that the limit?
The presidential term is 4 years because of the 22nd Amendment.
What are the job benefits the president receives?
400,000$ a year, money for a personal cost and travel, Camp Davide, and live in the white house with 80+ employees.
What are the V.P.’s Constitutional responsibilities and requirements to run for office?
Elected by the president and chosen by the electoral college. Also, they must be 35 years old and native-born citizens. They must also have lived in the U.S. for 14 more years. They preside over the senate and succeed the president if they die or resign.
What is the Presidential Succession Act?
The Presidential Succession Act was passed in 1947 and listed the line of succession after the Vice President.
What is the 25th Amendment?
The 25th Amendment was ratified in 1967. It makes it clear that if the president dies or leaves office, the Vice President becomes the new President. It also stated that the new president should help congress choose a new Vice President.
What is the source of the presidential powers?
Article 2 of the constitution
What powers does the Constitution give the president?
The Constitution explicitly assigns the president the power to sign or veto legislation, command the armed forces, ask for the written opinion of their Cabinet, convene or adjourn Congress, grant reprieves and pardons, and receive ambassadors.
What are the 7 roles of the president?
chief of state, chief executive, chief administrator, chief diplomat, commander in chief, chief legislator, party leader
Chief of State
Represent the nation
Chief Executive
Enforce all federal laws passed by Congress
Must appoint all of the 15 cabinet members
Must appoint all the head officials for the executive branch. Issues executive orders