Executive Branch Flashcard

Front

Who officially votes for who becomes president?

Back

Electors

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RI.8.3

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Front

How many terms can a president be elected?

Back

2 terms

Front

What is the title of the president when he is in charge of the armed forces?

Back

Commander in chief

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Front

What is the name of the president's advisory group?

Back

The Cabinet

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CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RI.8.3

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Front

What makes up the Executive branch?

Back

President, Vice President, Cabinet

Front

What is the role of the Vice President?

Back

To support the president and assume the presidency if the president is unable to serve.

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.3

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.3

Front

What is the main responsibility of the Executive branch?

Back

To enforce and implement laws.

Front

Who is the head of the Executive branch?

Back

The President of the United States.

Front

What is the term length for a president?

Back

4 years, with a maximum of 2 elected terms.

Front

What is the process by which the president is elected?

Back

The Electoral College system.