Understanding the Executive Branch

Front

What is the primary role of the President of the United States?

Back

To enforce laws

Front

Which role allows the President to act as the leader of the U.S. military?

Back

Commander in Chief

Front

What role does the President play in foreign policy?

Back

Chief Diplomat

Front

Which of the following is a responsibility of the President as Chief of State? Leading the military, Hosting foreign leaders, Writing laws, Deciding court cases

Back

Hosting foreign leaders

Front

What is the power called that allows the student council president to reject any proposal?

Back

Veto

Front

How can Congress check the power of the President?

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By overriding a presidential veto

Front

Which of the following is a check on presidential power by the judicial branch? Impeachment, Judicial review, Veto power, Executive orders

Back

Judicial review

Front

Michael, Oliver, and Evelyn are working on a group project. What is the purpose of having checks and balances in their team?

Back

To ensure that no member becomes too powerful

Front

Who has the power to approve or reject treaties made by the President? Options: The Supreme Court, The House of Representatives, The Senate, The Vice President

Back

The Senate

Front

How can the President influence legislation?

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By signing or vetoing bills