The Executive Branch

Front

Is the executive branch only the President?

Back

False

Front

What is the main job of the executive branch?

Back

enforce laws

Front

Which department is the largest in the Executive Branch? Options: Department of Energy, Department of Development, Department of Defense, Department of Treasury

Back

Department of Defense

Front

In order for a law to be carried out, the executive branch must make specific rules. These rules are called __________.

Back

regulations

Front

The secretary is the lead/head of each department in the Executive Branch.

Back

True

Front

Within each department, there are many independent ______________ that focus on specific issues.

Back

agencies

Front

The 15 department heads make up the President's __________________.

Back

cabinet

Front

Which of these are NOT ways to enforce laws?
- Educate the public about new laws
- Deciding on whether a person is guilty or innocent
- Monitor the public to make sure laws are being followed
- Catch individuals or organizations not following the law

Back

Deciding on whether a person is guilty or innocent

Front

If there is an issue with the highways, what department would deal with this issue? Options: Department of Commerce, Department of Treasury, Department of Transportation, Department of State

Back

Department of Transportation

Front

If there is a terrorist threat to our nation, which department would deal with this threat? Options: Department of Agriculture, Department of Commerce, Department of Education, Department of Homeland Security

Back

Department of Homeland Security