Gov Unit 4 Test Flashcards

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A body of people representing the states of the US, who formally cast votes for the election of the president and vice president.

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Electoral College

Answer explanation

The Electoral College is the body that elects the President and Vice President of the United States, consisting of electors from each state. The other options do not represent this electoral system.

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President is the ceremonial head of the United States government.

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Chief of State

Answer explanation

As Chief of State, the President serves as the ceremonial head of the United States government, representing the nation at official events and embodying the values and traditions of the country.

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This presidential role includes the responsibility to develop American foreign policy and serve as the nation’s chief spokesperson to the rest of the world.

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Foreign Policy Leader

Answer explanation

The role of Foreign Policy Leader involves developing American foreign policy and acting as the chief spokesperson to the world, making it the correct choice for this presidential responsibility.

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A large, complex administrative structure that handles the everyday business of an organization.

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Bureaucracy

Answer explanation

A bureaucracy is a large, complex administrative structure that manages the daily operations of an organization, making it the correct choice. The other options do not fit this definition.

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Federal organizations independent from the three branches of government; they operate independently, are not under the direct control of the president and are created to regulate certain aspects of the nation’s economy and exercise authority over certain aspects of activity to protect consumers.

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Independent regulatory commissions

Answer explanation

Independent regulatory commissions are federal organizations that operate independently from the three branches of government. They regulate specific economic aspects and protect consumers, making them the correct choice.

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Do not belong to any department and are created by Congress to perform business of the federal government.

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Government corporations

Answer explanation

Entities created by Congress to conduct federal business without being part of any department are known as government corporations. They operate like private businesses but serve public purposes.

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An informal advisory committee comprised of the heads of the 15 departments, the Vice President of the United States, the White House Chief of Staff, and a few others chosen by the President.

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Cabinet

Answer explanation

The informal advisory committee that includes the heads of the 15 departments, the Vice President, and others chosen by the President is known as the Cabinet. This group advises the President on various matters.

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All the members of the Cabinet take this title.

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Secretary

Answer explanation

All members of the Cabinet are referred to as 'Secretaries' of their respective departments, making 'Secretary' the correct title. Other options like 'Chief', 'Executive', and 'Assistant' do not accurately represent their official titles.

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What are groups that collect money from people and organizations to support candidates and influence elections called?

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Political Action Committees

Answer explanation

Political Action Committees (PACs) are organizations that collect funds to support political candidates and influence elections, making them the correct choice. Lobbyists and advocacy groups focus on influencing policy, while election boards oversee elections.

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Which amendment was ratified in 1951 and addresses limits on presidential terms?

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22nd amendment

Answer explanation

The 22nd amendment, ratified in 1951, limits presidents to two terms in office. This was a response to Franklin D. Roosevelt's four-term presidency, ensuring no future president could serve more than eight years.