Executive Branch Review

The leader of the executive branch at the state level is referred to as the

• President

• Governor

• Mayor

• City Council

Which of the following is one of the most common reasons for President's to pass an executive order?

• something needs to be done quickly

• the President is all powerful

• the President wants to win votes

• the President does not want to be impeached

What is an executive order?

• A rule that has the force of law passed by the President without Congressional approval

• a rule that has the force of law that the judicial branch passes and forces the President to follow

• the President's preference for dinner

• the President's ability to appoint members of Congress

Which independent agency deals with eliminating pollution?

• Federal Trade Commission (FTC)

• Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

• Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

• Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)

Which independent agency protects consumers from false advertising and unfair business practices

• Federal Trade Commission (FTC)

• Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

• Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

• Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)

Which independent agency regulates TV and media by providing ratings?

• Federal Trade Commission (FTC)

• Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

• Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

• Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)

Which of the following is the main responsibility of the Executive Branch?

• make laws

• enforce laws

• interpret laws

• act out laws

Which of the following is NOT one of the constitutional qualifications needed to become President

• Political experience

• 35 years old

• natural born citizen

• lived in the U.S. for the last 14 years

Which role of the President involves being the ceremonial figurehead like lighting the Christmas tree?

• Head of State

• Chief Diplomat

• Chief Executive

• Chief Legislator

When the President signs or vetoes a law passed by Congress he is fulfilling which role of the President?

• Chief Executive

• Chief Legislator

• Head of State

• Party Leader