Question

In times of a national crisis due to a natural disaster, which role does the president take?

A) chief diplomat
B) commander in chief
C) party leader
D) chief of state

Answer 1

In times of a national crisis due to a natural disaster, the role the president typically takes is:

**D) chief of state**

As the chief of state, the president represents the nation and embodies its values and ideals, particularly during times of crisis. This role includes providing leadership, a sense of stability, and reassurance to the public. The president may also take on additional responsibilities, such as coordinating federal disaster response efforts and communicating with both citizens and state leaders.