Executive branch quiz

What is the purpose of the Executive Branch?

• To create laws.

• To evaluate/interpret laws.

• To enforce/carry out laws.

What name is given to an official act by the president or by a governor forgiving a person convicted of a crime or freeing that person from serving out his/her sentence?

• Pardon

• Impeachment

• Constitution

• Bill of Rights

What name is given to the act of charging a government official with misconduct?

• Pardon

• Impeachment

• Constitution

• Bill of Rights

Select all government departments that are part of the Executive Branch.

• Department of Congress

• Department of Defense

• Department of Education

• Department of Technology

• Department of Justice

Which person is in charge of the executive branch?

• Vice-President
• Secretary of State
• President of the United States
• President Pro-Tempore 

How long does one presidential term last?

• 2 years
• 4 years
• 6 years
• 8 years

How old must a person be in order to run for President?

• At least 25.
• At least 30.
• At least 35.
• At least 40.

How many years must a person live in the U.S. in order to run for President?

• At least 7 years.
• At least 9 years.
• At least 12 years.
• At least 14 years.

Which of these is NOT a power of the President?

• Sign & Veto bills
• Commander in Chief of military
• Pardons criminals
• Declares laws unconstitutional

Which of the following is NOT a role of the US President?

• Chief of State
• Chief of Judiciary
• Chief Executive
• Commander in Chief