The Executive Branch

The primary role of the Executive Branch is to _____ the laws.

• Interpret

• Enforce

• Create

Answer explanation

Which political role would not be found within the executive branch?

• Cabinet

• President

• Vice President

• Speaker of the House

Answer explanation

The President Pro Tempore is exclusively a member of the Legislative Branch.

The structure of the Executive Branch (along with the powers granted to the president) can be found in _____ of the U.S. Constitution.

• Article I

• Article II

• Article III

• Article IV

Answer explanation

In order to run for President of the United States, you need to be at least ___ years of age.

• 25

• 30

• 35

• 40

To become President of the United States, you must be a citizen of the United States at birth.

• True

• False

To become President of the United States, you must be a resident of the United States for ___ years.

• 12

• 14

• 18

• 20

Which of the following would not be considered a role of the President?

• Commander in Chief

• Head of State

• Chief Justice

• Chief Diplomat

Answer explanation

The Chief Justice of the United States is the leader of the U.S. Supreme Court and a member of the Judicial Branch.

Who would not be considered a part of the President's Cabinet?

• Press Secretary

• Attorney General

• Secretary of State

• Secretary of Education

Answer explanation

A signed, written, and published directive from the President of the United States that has the force of law without the approval of Congress is known as a(n) _________.

• Pardon

• Reprieve

• Executive Order

• Veto

An executive order is more powerful than a law.

• True

• False

Answer explanation