2.4 Article II: The Presidency

Question 1

A main purpose of the president’s State of the Union address is to

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identify major policy issues.

Question 2

Which best describes how the executive branch affects the power of the military?

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The executive branch checks the power of the military.

Question 3

Which best describes how the Electoral College affects the executive branch?

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The Electoral College chooses the president and vice president.

Question 4

Which best explains how the president selects a justice for the Supreme Court?

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The president selects a judge whom he considers the most qualified and will most likely support his agenda.

Question 5

A limitation on the president’s power to appoint ambassadors is that

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the Senate must approve them.

Question 6

Which position, appointed by the president, advises the president on matters of national defense?

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cabinet member

Question 7

During the State of the Union address, the president is required to report to

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members of Congress.

Question 8

The president signing a trade agreement with China is an example of

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making a treaty.

Question 9

Which best explains how the Senate affects the powers of the president?

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The Senate must approve many presidential actions.

Question 10

CabinetCongressSupreme CourtUnited Nations

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Congress

2.4 Article II: The Presidency Answers