The twentieth century brought about significant changes in the presidency, as evidenced by Theodore Roosevelt, Woodrow Wilson, and Franklin Roosevelt, just in the first half of the century. The imperial presidency is often noted as having taken root during this era. What is meant by this term?
a. The president becomes a dictator and takes total control of the government.
b. The president plays a dominant role in both national and world affairs.
c. The office of president comes to be viewed as royalty, with all its trappings.
d. The sons of presidents also assume the position, thus creating a de facto aristocracy.
e. The president becomes the uncontested leader of the free world.
Question 2
During FDRs presidency, where did his administration establish an American presence for the remainder of the century by carving out spheres of influence?
a. Asia
b. Europe and the Middle East
c. South and Central America
d. East Asia
e. Australia and the Polynesian Islands
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