3.8 Executive Branch Vocabulary

What is the primary function of an Administrative Agency?

• To pass laws

• To issue official regulations

• To represent the nation in diplomacy

• To serve as an advisor to the President

Which of the following is an example of an Executive Order?

• A law passed by Congress

• A ruling made by the Supreme Court

• A directive issued by the President to manage the operations of the federal government

• A regulation enforced by the Department of Education

Which of the following is NOT a part of the Presidential Appointment process?

• The President selects cabinet members

• The President selects ambassadors

• The President creates laws

• The President appoints officials in his administration

What is the role of the Commander-in-Chief in the U.S. government?

• The leader of the military forces

• The head of the executive branch

• The symbol of the nation's leadership

• The chief diplomat of the nation

Which of the following best describes 'Diplomacy'?

• Using force to resolve conflicts between countries

• Negotiating, talking, and making deals between countries

• Creating military alliances with other nations

• Preparing for war with other countries

Which of these terms refers to a country’s plan for dealing with other nations?

• Diplomacy

• Homeland Security

• Foreign Policy

• Amnesty

Which government agency is responsible for Homeland Security?

• The U.S. Department of Education

• The U.S. Department of Defense

• The U.S. Department of Homeland Security

• The U.S. State Department

What does an 'Amnesty' allow individuals to do?

• Seek asylum in another country

• Break the law without facing consequences

• Be forgiven for violations and allowed to remain in or return to the country

• Serve as a diplomat in other nations

Who serves as both the Head of State and Head of Government in the U.S.?

• The Vice President

• The Speaker of the House

• The President

• The Chief Justice

What is the purpose of 'Regulations' issued by a government agency?

• To create new laws

• To explain how laws will be implemented and enforced

• To appoint cabinet members

• To handle diplomacy with other countries