Second in Command: A Quiz on U.S. Vice Presidents

Vice Presidents Quiz

The Vice President of the United States holds a unique and often misunderstood position in American government. Established by the Constitution in 1788, this office has evolved significantly over the course of U.S. history. While the Vice President’s constitutional duties are limited primarily to presiding over the Senate and succeeding to the presidency if necessary, the role has grown to encompass a wide range of responsibilities, from senior advisor to the President to high-profile diplomat.


Throughout history, Vice Presidents have played pivotal roles in shaping American policy, both domestically and internationally. From John Adams, the first to hold the office, to Kamala Harris, the firtst female Vice President, each has brought their own strengths and experiences to the position. This quiz explores the constitutional role of the Vice President, the individuals who have held the office, and the impact they’ve had on American politics and history.

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Vice President Quiz

Which Vice President was the grandfather of another President?

Who was the first Vice President to win a Nobel Prize while in office?

What is the Vice President’s role in the continuity of government plans?

Which Vice President was known for his debate performance saying ‘Senator you’re no Jack Kennedy’?

Who was the only Vice President to be elected President non-consecutively?

What is the Vice President’s role in foreign policy?

Which Vice President was a former governor of New York?

Who was the first Vice President to have an office in the West Wing of the White House?

What is the Vice President’s role in declaring war?

Which Vice President was known for his ‘Checkers speech’?

What former Vice President won the Nobel Peace Prize?

Who was the only Vice President to serve under a president from a different party?

What is the Vice President’s role in presidential pardons?

Which amendment changed how the Vice President is elected?

Who was the first Vice President to resign due to criminal charges?

What is the Vice President’s role in selecting their running mate?

Which Vice President had the shortest tenure in office?

Who was the only Vice President to be elected from a third party?

What is the Vice President’s role in the 25th Amendment if the President is incapacitated?

Which Vice President famously misspelled ‘potato’ at a school spelling bee?

Who was the first Vice President to attend cabinet meetings regularly?

What is the Vice President’s role in declaring a President unable to discharge their powers?

Which Vice President was the first to be elected President while serving as VP?

Who was the oldest person to assume the office of Vice President?

What power does the Vice President have in the Senate besides breaking ties?

Which Vice President was known as the ‘Great Compromiser’?

What is the Vice President’s role in the impeachment process of a President?

Which Vice President later served as President but was never elected to either office?

What former Vice President said the office was ‘not worth a bucket of warm spit’?

Which amendment to the Constitution clarified the presidential succession and vice presidential vacancy?

Who was the first Vice President to assume the presidency upon the death of a president?

What is the Vice President’s official residence called?

Which Vice President was never elected serving only by appointment?

How many heartbeats away from the presidency is the Vice President?

What is the Vice President’s salary as of 2024?

Which Vice President shot Alexander Hamilton in a duel?

Who was the only Vice President to be elected from a different party than the President?

What is the Vice President’s role in the Electoral College process?

Which Vice President was the first to resign from office?

Who was the youngest person to become Vice President?

What happens if the Vice President becomes unable to serve?

Which Vice President served under two different presidents?

In what year was the office of Vice President created?

Who was the first female Vice President of the United States?

Which Vice President succeeded to the presidency following the assassination of John F. Kennedy?

What is the primary constitutional duty of the Vice President?

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