Executive Branch Notes Flashcards
(21 cards)
What is the primary role of the executive branch?
To enforce and implement laws.
True or False: The President is the head of the executive branch.
True.
Which article of the U.S. Constitution establishes the executive branch?
Article II.
Fill in the blank: The executive branch is responsible for conducting _______.
foreign affairs.
Who appoints the Cabinet members in the executive branch?
The President.
What is the term length for a U.S. President?
Four years.
Which body must confirm presidential appointments?
The Senate.
What power does the President have concerning laws passed by Congress?
The power to veto.
True or False: The executive branch can create laws.
False.
What is the name of the President’s chief advisor on foreign policy?
The Secretary of State.
Which executive office assists the President in managing the executive branch?
The Executive Office of the President (EOP).
What is the presidential power to forgive a person for a crime called?
Pardon.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a role of the President? A) Commander-in-Chief B) Chief Diplomat C) Chief Justice
C) Chief Justice.
Fill in the blank: The executive branch enforces laws, conducts ______, and manages the federal bureaucracy.
foreign policy.
What is the maximum number of terms a President can serve?
Two terms.
True or False: The Vice President is part of the executive branch.
True.
What is the role of the Office of Management and Budget (OMB)?
To assist the President in preparing the federal budget.
Which amendment limited the President to two elected terms?
The 22nd Amendment.
What is the responsibility of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)?
To investigate and enforce federal laws.
Who serves as the President’s closest advisor and head of the White House staff?
The Chief of Staff.
