The Executive Branch

What is the role of the executive branch?

• To make laws

• To enforce laws

• To interpret laws

• To review laws

Why did the United States decide to have an executive branch?

• To avoid an armed rebellion

• To enforce treaties

• To prevent states from arguing

• To elect a chief executive

What is the chief executive of the executive branch called?

• President

• Vice President

• Secretary

• Chief Justice

How is the president elected?

• By the Electoral College

• By the Supreme Court

• By the Senate

• By the House of Representatives

What are the qualifications to be president?

• At least 30 years old, born a U.S. citizen, lived in the country for 10 years

• At least 35 years old, born a U.S. citizen, lived in the country for 14 years

• At least 40 years old, born a U.S. citizen, lived in the country for 20 years

• At least 45 years old, born a U.S. citizen, lived in the country for 25 years

What is the purpose of the president's oath of office?

• To show commitment to the job

• To demonstrate loyalty to the U.S.

• To be accountable to the people

• All of the above

What is the president's role as commander in chief?

• To declare war

• To lead the military

• To make treaties

• To appoint federal judges

Who approves the president's appointments of ambassadors and federal judges?

• The House of Representatives

• The Senate

• The Supreme Court

• The Electoral College

What power does the president have to reject laws passed by Congress?

• Veto

• Pardon

• Command

• Override

How can Congress override a presidential veto?

• By a majority vote in both Houses

• By a two-thirds vote in both Houses

• By a unanimous vote in both Houses

• By a vote of the Supreme Court