Question 1

Among the many roles of the president identified by the authors of your text is the "chief of ceremony" role.

Accepted Answer

The correct term is "chief of state," which refers to the president's role as the symbolic representative of the country.

Question 2

The Executive Office of the President is a part of the larger federal bureaucracy.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The Executive Office of the President is...

Question 3

The President's cabinet is not mentioned in the Constitution.

Accepted Answer

The Constitution does not mention the President's cabinet. The cabinet is established by custom and practice and is made up of the heads of the executive departments.

Question 4

Presidents fulfill their role as legislative leader, in part, through the annual State of the Union Address.

Accepted Answer

The annual State of the Union Address is a key moment for the President to present their legislative agenda to Congress and the American public. It is an opportunity for the President to highlight their accomplishments, set priorities, and make policy proposals. This speech is required by the Constitution in Article II, Section 3, which mandates that the President "shall from time to time give to the Congress Information of the State of the Union and recommend to their Consideration such measures as he shall judge necessary and expedient."

Question 5

Ronald Reagan presided over the most significant expansion of presidential functions and activities in American history.

Accepted Answer

While Ronald Reagan was known for promoting a more assertive foreign policy and advocating for limited government, he did not significantly expand presidential functions and activities. The presidency has undergone significant expansion over time, but it cannot be attributed solely to Reagan's presidency.

Question 6

The presidents of the nineteenth century for the most part conformed to the designs of the Founders.

Accepted Answer

The presidents of the nineteenth century, for the most part, adhered to the principles and structures established by the Founders in the Constitution. They continued to uphold the principles of separation of powers, federalism, and individual freedoms, among others, that the Founders initially laid out.

Question 7

By 2006, a majority of Americans believed that invading Iraq had been a mistake.

Accepted Answer

According to several polls conducted in 2006, including a Gallup poll in June of that year, a majority of Americans believed that invading Iraq had been a mistake.

Question 8

Presidents tend to emerge as dominant figures during uneventful times when the president can concentrate on building his image with Congress and the public rather than during crises when the president's energies are directed elsewhere.

Accepted Answer

Presidents tend to emerge as dominant figures during crises when their leadership and decision-making abilities are put to the test. They often have to work more closely with Congress and the public during such times, which can also help to build their image.

Question 9

John F. Kennedy, with his New Frontier, presided over the most significant expansion of presidential functions in American history.

Accepted Answer

While John F. Kennedy's New Frontier aimed to address various social issues and initiate space exploration, the most significant expansion of presidential functions in American history is more commonly attributed to Franklin D. Roosevelt's New Deal, which vastly expanded the role of the federal government in response to the Great Depression.

Question 10

Cabinet members occupy an ambiguous position in that they serve as advisers to the president but also represent their own constituencies.

Accepted Answer

Cabinet members are usually selected based on their expertise, experience, and political allegiance, and their primary role is to advise the president on various policy matters. However, they often have to balance the interests of the president with the demands of the constituencies they represent, which can create conflicting pressures and make their position ambiguous.

Question 11

In most instances, when there is conflict between the president and Congress, the president wins.

Accepted Answer

The Constitution outlines a system of checks and balances where each branch of government has the power to limit the actions of the other branches. While the president has significant powers, Congress has the power of the purse and can override a presidential veto with a two-thirds majority vote. Additionally, Congress can conduct investigations and impeachment proceedings against the president. Therefore, it is not always the case that the president wins in conflicts with Congress.

Question 12

Treaties require three-fourths support for ratification by the Senate.

Accepted Answer

Treaties require a two-thirds majority vote in the Senate for ratification, not three-fourths.

Question 13

The institutional presidency is a late twentieth century phenomenon.

Accepted Answer

The institutional presidency is a concept that developed in the late twentieth century, as a result of changes in the role and function of the presidency. Prior to this, the presidency was viewed more as a symbolic and ceremonial position rather than as a powerful institution with wide-ranging responsibilities.

Question 14

Theodore Roosevelt was best known for his handling of the Great Depression.

Accepted Answer

Theodore Roosevelt was not known for his handling of the Great Depression as it occurred after his presidency. He was actually known for his progressive policies and trust-busting efforts during his presidency from 1901-1909.

Question 15

The Twenty-Third Amendment outlines presidential succession and disability.

Accepted Answer

The Twenty-Third Amendment grants residents of Washington D.C. the right to vote in presidential elections. The Twenty-Fifth Amendment outlines presidential succession and disability.

Question 16

The institutional presidency is a nineteenth century phenomenon.

Accepted Answer

The concept of the institutional presidency, characterized by a large staff and executive agencies that assist the president, began to significantly develop in the 20th century, particularly during and after the Franklin D. Roosevelt administration.

Question 17

The power of the office of the vice presidency has declined in recent years.

Accepted Answer

The power of the office of the vice presidency has generally increased, with recent vice presidents taking on more significant roles in policy, diplomacy, and as advisors to the president, compared to the historically ceremonial role of the position.

Question 18

The president's national security adviser is head of the National Security Council.

Accepted Answer

The president's national security adviser is indeed the head of the National Security Council.

Question 19

According to Richard Neustadt, the power of the president is the power to command.

Accepted Answer

According to Richard Neustadt, the power of the president is the power to persuade, not to command.

Question 20

The Budget and Accounting Act of 1921 increased presidential authority over the federal budget.

Accepted Answer

The Budget and Accounting Act of 1921 created the Bureau of the Budget, which gave the president increased authority over the federal budget.

Quiz 12: The President