Executive Branch of the US Federal Government

Who is the head of the executive branch of the US federal government?

• Vice President

• Speaker of the House

• President

• Chief Justice

How long is the term of the President of the United States?

• 2 years

• 4 years

• 6 years

• 8 years

What are the qualifications to become President of the United States?

• Must be 30 years old, live in the country for 10 years, and be a natural-born citizen

• Must be 35 years old, live in the country for 14 years, and be a natural-born citizen

• Must be 40 years old, live in the country for 20 years, and be a natural-born citizen

• Must be 45 years old, live in the country for 25 years, and be a natural-born citizen

How many terms can a President serve?

• 1 term

• 2 terms

• 3 terms

• Unlimited terms

Who is the head of the Senate?

• Vice President

• Speaker of the House

• President

• Chief Justice

How many employees work for the US executive branch of the federal government?

• 1 million

• 2 million

• 3 million

• 4 million

Who advises the President on what is going on around the world with other countries?

• Secretary of Defense

• Secretary of State

• Attorney General

• Secretary of the Treasury

Which department deals with trade?

• Department of Agriculture

• Department of Commerce

• Department of Labor

• Department of Transportation

Who is responsible for protecting the US from terrorism?

• Department of Homeland Security

• Department of Energy

• Department of Education

• Department of Health and Human Services

What is the president's major check on the power of Congress?

• Vetoing bills

• Appointing Supreme Court justices

• Making treaties

• Pardoning people