President (government title)

High school (ages 12+)
People & Society

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

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Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the historical precedent?Ancient Roman consuls, elected leaders with executive power
2. What is the modern foundation?Established in the United States in 1789 as an alternative to monarchy
3. What is a president?A president is the chief executive of a country, leading the government and representing the nation.
4. How is a president chosen?Presidents are usually elected by the people in a democratic vote, sometimes using an electoral college or a popular vote.

Sovereignty: Supreme power or authority within a territory; the ultimate right to govern.
Executive Branch: The part of government responsible for implementing and enforcing laws.
Checks and Balances: A system where different branches of government limit each other's powers.
Impeachment: The process by which a legislative body can remove a president or other official from office.