Executive Branch Assistance Quiz

My grandpa served in the army in the Vietnam War. As he’s gotten older, he’s had some health issues, like arthritis in his knees and hands. I’d like to look into what medical benefits are available to him to help pay for a doctor and medical care. Which Executive Branch department will help with this problem because: they offer assistance to veterans of the United States military, including medical benefits.

• Department of Defense

• Department of Veterans Affairs

• Department of Health and Human Services

• Department of Homeland Security

My city has a big problem with rush hour traffic! The streets are choked with cars! We have a lot of old, unused railroad tracks, though. As mayor, I’d like to get funds to replace these tracks, so we can build a commuter train system. If enough people take the train, we can reduce car traffic and still get people where they need to go! Which Executive Branch department will help with this problem because:

• Department of Transportation

• Department of Education

• Department of Health and Human Services

• Department of Agriculture

We have a beautiful national park in my city with trees, a waterfall, and lots of wildlife. However, the trails are made of dirt and very rocky. They are not accessible for my wheelchair. Who can I contact about paving some of these trails so that everyone can enjoy this gorgeous park? Which Executive Branch department will help with this problem because:

• Department of the Interior

• Department of Transportation

• Environmental Protection Agency

• Department of Health and Human Services

I run a food bank in Philadelphia that offers free groceries and meals to people in need. We run on donations, and our pantry is unfortunately getting pretty bare. I’m looking for federal programs that’ll help fill our shelves. Is there an agency that can help me supply food for my food bank? Which Executive Branch department will help with this problem because:

• Department of Agriculture

• Department of Health and Human Services

• Department of Education

• Department of Housing and Urban Development

I have an idea for a new series of U.S. quarters: Great American Inventors! The quarters would feature famous American scientists, inventors, and innovators. People could collect the coins, and it would raise awareness for scientific progress made in the USA. Who should I reach out to with my idea for minting a new series of coins? Which Executive Branch department will help with this problem because:

• Department of the Treasury

• Department of Commerce

• Department of the Interior

• Department of State

I’m renting an apartment, and I’m really worried I’m not going to be able to pay my rent this month. My landlord is breathing down my neck and I’m worried that I’m facing eviction. Who should I contact about resources for renters? I don’t want to lose my home! Which Executive Branch department will help with this problem because:

• Department of Housing and Urban Development

• Department of Education

• Department of Transportation

• Department of Agriculture

I'm a Freshman about to go into my first year of college, and I have to admit, I'm not sure how I'm going to pay for it! (Since when does a textbook cost $100??) There are resources to help me pay for school at a public university, right? Who should I reach out to?

• Financial Aid Office

• Student Union

• Library

• Campus Bookstore

I'm a barista for a coffee chain, and I'm actually in charge of the whole lobby job — all the baristas of the coffee chain in my area are part of this union, and we've all decided that we want to negotiate with our store's management for better benefits and higher pay. Where can I find resources for workers unions?

• Online labor rights websites

• Local library

• Coffee chain's HR department

• Social media groups

I'm a civil rights attorney, and I want to sue a big corporation for unlawful discrimination in hiring practices. I need an agency in the Executive Branch to help me take on this big business and defend the rights of the American people. Which agency can help me with this important legal matter?

• Department of Justice

• Federal Trade Commission

• Environmental Protection Agency

• Department of Education

Help! I'm on vacation in a foreign country, and our area was just hit with an earthquake! The damage is terrible and flights have been canceled. I'm not sure how to get my family back home to America. Who should I contact to help me safely leave the country?

• Local police

• U.S. embassy

• Travel agency

• Hotel management