Executive Branch Review

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What is the purpose of the executive branch?

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To execute or carry out laws and defend the constitution

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Who is head of the executive branch?

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the president

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The 22nd amendment limits the president to...

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two full terms; 4 years

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Some of the president's roles include chief executive, commander in chief, chief diplomat, and party leader.

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True

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What is an executive order?

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An executive order is a directive issued by the President that has the force of a law.

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The Supreme court can declare presidential actions unconstitutional.

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True

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Who is first in the line of succession to the president?

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vice president

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How many executive departments are there?

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15

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Which department is the most recently created? Options: Department of Justice, Department of Homeland Security, Department of Education, Department of Health and Human Services

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Department of Homeland Security

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Independent agencies are created by _______ and are independent of the Cabinet and the president.

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Congress