Question 1

Which of the following statements about presidential roles is LEAST accurate?

Accepted Answer

The "honeymoon period" typically refers to the early phase of a presidency when the president often enjoys higher approval ratings and less scrutiny, not after policies show beneficial effects.

Question 2

The National Security Council

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The National Security Council is headed by a national security advisor who does not require Senate confirmation. This advisor is appointed by the president and serves as the president's principal advisor on national security and foreign policy matters.

Question 3

The only two presidents ever to be impeached are Bill Clinton and

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Andrew Johnson was impeached by the House of Representatives in 1868 for violating a new law designed to limit his ability to remove government officials without Senate approval. He was acquitted by the Senate by just one vote. Bill Clinton was impeached by the House of Representatives in 1998 for perjury and obstruction of justice related to his affair with Monica Lewinsky. He was also acquitted by the Senate.

Question 4

Define the president's constitutional powers.Which powers does the Constitution explicitly bestow upon the president? Which implied powers has the presidency claimed over time? Are all of the powers currently wielded by the president constitutional ones, or has the executive office expanded its powers beyond constitutional limits?

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Question 5

The principle of executive privilege is primarily used to

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The principle of executive privilege is used to safeguard the confidentiality of presidential communications, allowing the president to withhold certain information from Congress, the courts, and the public. This principle is based on the idea that the president needs to be able to have candid conversations with advisors and make decisions without fear of public or congressional scrutiny. However, executive privilege is not absolute and can be challenged in court.

Question 6

This cabinet-level department was created during the presidency of George W.Bush:

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The Department of Homeland Security was created in November 2002 as a response to the 9/11 terrorist attacks during the presidency of George W. Bush. Its purpose is to prevent and respond to domestic terrorism and other homeland security threats, as well as manage emergency situations such as natural disasters.

Question 7

Which of the following statements about the vice presidency is LEAST accurate?

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The statement that the vice president has historically been the president's most important advisor is the least accurate. While the role of the vice president has evolved and in some administrations the vice president has been a key advisor, this has not always been the case historically. The significance of the vice president's advisory role has varied greatly depending on the administration and the personal relationship between the president and the vice president.

Question 8

President George W.Bush molded his presidential style after the

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President George W. Bush's presidential style was heavily influenced by his business background, and he often sought to apply corporate management principles to his presidency. He surrounded himself with advisers from the business world and viewed governing as a matter of setting goals, measuring progress, and making adjustments based on feedback.

Question 9

The state secrets privilege

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The state secrets privilege is a legal tool that allows the government to withhold information from legal proceedings if disclosing it would harm national security. Courts typically respect this privilege without examining the evidence in question.

Question 10

Which of the following statements about the Executive Office of the President is LEAST accurate?

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Not all of the EOP's high-ranking members require Senate confirmation. For example, the president's chief of staff does not require Senate confirmation.

Question 11

A presidential ranking poll reported in the text had this president ranked number 1 by scholars:

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Franklin Roosevelt consistently ranks high in presidential ranking polls due to his leadership during World War II and his New Deal policies that helped lift the country out of the Great Depression.

Question 12

President Obama's presidential style is

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President Obama's presidential style is often described as rational, rigorous, and unemotional. He is known for his attention to policy details and emphasis on evidence-based decision making. This is in contrast to the more instinctual and impulsive style often associated with his predecessor, George W. Bush. His style is not based on the corporate CEO model, hierarchy found in the military, or characterized by a lack of interest in policy details.

Question 13

Describe how the role of the president has changed throughout American history.Which presidents have been exceptionally powerful ones? Which domestic and international factors contributed to their positions of strength?

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Question 14

Explain the process by which the American people select their presidents.What are the strengths and flaws of this process? Is the process appropriately democratic? Does it adequately ensure that the will of the American people will dominate? What changes might be adopted to improve the presidential electoral process?

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Question 15

A presidential greatness poll reported in the text had this president ranked number 1 by the American public:

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Question 16

Typically, the MOST powerful person in the White House after the president is the

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The chief of staff is responsible for managing the daily operations of the White House and has considerable influence over the president's decision-making process. They are often a close advisor to the president and can serve as a gatekeeper for who has access to the president. While the vice president and secretary of defense hold significant positions, they are not necessarily as involved in the day-to-day operations of the White House. The press secretary and first lady also hold important roles but do not have as much direct power over policy-making and decision-making as the chief of staff.

Question 17

Which of the following statements about the presidential cabinet is MOST accurate?

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The president has the power to accord cabinet status to the heads of sub-cabinet agencies, such as the vice president or the director of the CIA. This means that not all cabinet members are necessarily heads of departments, and it is up to the president to determine who is granted cabinet status.

Question 18

Define the various duties of the American president.What are the president's most important roles? Which of these roles is most carefully supervised or limited by other branches of government or by the American people? Which roles are most susceptible to abuse?

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Question 19

The MOST severe limit on presidential power is

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Impeachment and removal from office is the most severe limit on presidential power as it can result in the president's removal from office and potential criminal charges. This power is held by Congress and can be used if the president commits high crimes or misdemeanors, such as abuse of power or obstruction of justice. The threat of impeachment can also act as a restraint on presidential actions that may be seen as abusive or unconstitutional.

Question 20

Proponents of a unitary executive

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Proponents of a unitary executive argue that the presidency requires concentration of power and flexibility of action without legislative mandate, allowing the president to act quickly and decisively in times of crisis without being bogged down by cumbersome legislative processes. They argue that a strong executive branch is necessary for effective governance.

Quiz 12: The Presidency: Power and Paradox