The President of the United States can serve only two terms. Why?

Question 37 of 128 · System of Government

Accepted answers

(Because of) the 22nd Amendment
To keep the president from becoming too powerful

Explanation

The 22nd Amendment (1951) limits a President to two terms. It was passed after Franklin Roosevelt was elected four times, to keep any president from becoming too powerful.

Source: USCIS 2025 Civics Test — 128 Questions and Answers (PDF).

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