Executive Branch Practice 24

Front

What role is the President assuming when sending US Navy ships to monitor joint military drills by Russia and China off the coast of Alaska?

Back

Commander in Chief

Front

Federal agency

Back

A federal agency is responsible to advise, regulate and enforce laws and regulations.

Front

What is the first step in the process of impeaching a president?

Back

The House of Representatives votes on articles of impeachment.

Front

What is the difference between a presidential pardon and a governor pardon?

Back

A presidential pardon can only be granted for federal offenses, while a governor pardon can be granted for state offenses.

Front

What check is placed on the presidential power of appointment? Options: Senate approval, Judicial review, Executive order, Public referendum

Back

Senate approval

Front

What is the best definition of a bureaucracy?

Back

A bureaucracy is a system of administration marked by official rules and a hierarchical structure.

Front

How can Congress override a presidential veto?

Back

By a two-thirds majority vote in both houses

Front

Who has the authority to create and enforce local curfews?

Back

Local government

Front

If a president vetoes a law, how can it still be passed?

Back

By a two-thirds vote in both the House and the Senate

Front

Which presidential power has the power of law? Options: Veto power, Executive orders, Pardon power, Appointment power

Back

Executive orders