Executive Branch FAC P3

What is the primary purpose of the 25th Amendment to the United States Constitution?

• To establish the procedure for electing the President

• To outline the process for presidential succession and disability

• To limit the terms a President can serve

• To define the powers of the Vice President

Which of the following is a function of the Presidential Cabinet?

• To draft legislation for Congress

• To advise the President on any subject he may require

• To oversee the judicial branch

• To manage the President's personal schedule

What is an executive order?

• A law passed by Congress

• A directive issued by the President that manages operations of the federal government

• A treaty negotiated with foreign nations

• A decision made by the Supreme Court

Which of the following best describes executive privilege?

• The President's power to veto legislation

• The President's ability to withhold information from Congress or the courts

• The President's authority to appoint federal judges

• The President's right to declare war

What distinguishes an executive agreement from a treaty?

• Executive agreements require Senate approval

• Treaties are temporary, while executive agreements are permanent

• Executive agreements do not require Senate approval

• Treaties are only made with non-governmental organizations

Which of the following is an example of the statutory powers of the President?

• Issuing executive orders

• Entering into an executive agreement

• Appointing ambassadors with Senate approval

• Declaring that a member of the Executive Branch is immune to Congressional Oversight due to Executive Privilege

What are emergency powers of the President typically used for?

• To bypass Congress in passing new laws

• To address national crises or threats

• To appoint Supreme Court justices

• To negotiate trade agreements

What is the role of a designated survivor?

• To lead the military in the President's absence

• To assume the presidency in the event of a catastrophic event

• To represent the U.S. at international summits

• To manage the President's daily schedule

Which office is primarily responsible for assisting the President in preparing the federal budget?

• National Security Council

• Office of Management and Budget

• White House Office

• Press Secretary

What is the primary function of the National Security Council?

• To manage the President's public appearances

• To advise the President on national security and foreign policy

• To draft economic policy

• To oversee the Department of Defense