1. Describe the major ways in which the presidency has changed since the beginning of the twentieth century. Be sure to include a description of the changes and the reasons why these changes occurred. Include a conclusion to summarize your key points.
2. How would you characterize President Obama's presidency? Has he been a successful or a disappointing president so far? How will history judge him compared to other recnt presidents? Justify your answer with details from the text. Summarize your opinion and rationale
3. Which do you think make presidents more effective: their formal powers, or their informal powers? Use examples, and be sure to cite specific presidential powers to support your argument. Include a conclusion that summarizes your argument.