Executive Branch Recap

Front

What is the primary function of the Executive Branch?

Back

Enforce the laws of the U.S.

Front

Which of the following terms best describes this statement: "Rule or command issued by the president that has the force of law"? Options: Pardon, Embargo, Executive Order, Treaty

Back

Executive Order

Front

The following examples show the President serving which of his 7 roles?
-Orders 25,000 troops to be sent to North
Korea
-Orders an airstrike on a suspected ISIS
compound.

Back

Commander-In-Chief

Front

The following are examples that show the President serving which of his 7 roles?
-Recognizes several citizens for their
outstanding community service
-Hosts the annual White House Easter Egg Roll

Back

Chief of State

Front

The following are examples that show the President serving which of his 7 roles?
-Assists in the negotiation of a peaceful
resolution to conflict among Middle Eastern countries
-Discusses an embargo of Russia with leaders of several European Unions.

Back

Chief Diplomat

Front

The following are examples that show the President serving which of his 7 roles?
-Meeting with economic advisers to discuss ways to reduce unemployment
-Meeting with business and labor leaders to discuss their needs and problems

Back

Chief Administrator

Front

The individuals chosen to be head of each of the Presidents 15 cabinet departments must be approved by the Senate before working in their cabinet position. This is an example of which Constitutional Principle?

Back

Checks and Balances

Front

Which check on the President's power would be most effective in his role of Commander in Chief? Options: Congress approves Cabinet appointments made by the President, Congress solely has the power to declare war, The judicial branch can rule laws to be unconstitutional, Congress can override presidential vetoes

Back

Congress solely has the power to declare war

Front

Which executive branch power would be violated if Congress passed a law limiting president’s power to send troops overseas?

Back

Commander-In-Chief

Front

Which of the following is a real example of checks and balances? The President creates a treaty with France, Congress passes a law, Senate rejects a cabinet nomination, Senate rejects Presidential Executive Order

Back

Senate rejects a cabinet nomination