2.5 | Executive Branch: Vice President and Cabinet

What is the primary role of the vice president in the Senate?

• To veto bills

• To cast a vote in the event of a tie

• To appoint senators

• To propose new laws

Why might a presidential candidate choose a particular running mate?

• To ensure they have the same hobbies

• To increase the chances of winning the election

• To have someone to travel with

• To avoid debates

What is one reason the president needs the vice president's help with the Senate?

• To organize state dinners

• To write speeches

• To manage the president's schedule

• To approve treaties with other countries

How are members of the president's Cabinet chosen?

• They are elected by the public

• They are appointed by the president and approved by the Senate

• They are selected through a national contest

• They are chosen by the vice president

What was the original purpose of the vice president according to the Founding Fathers?

• To balance the influence of the winning candidate

• To manage the president's schedule

• To oversee the military

• To be the president's personal assistant

Which department is responsible for advising the president on foreign policy?

• Department of Justice

• Department of State

• Department of Treasury

• Department of Defense

What is the role of the White House chief of staff?

• To handle international relations

• To manage the president's schedule

• To oversee the Senate

• To lead the Department of Justice

Why did George Washington create a Cabinet?

• To have a group of friends to talk to

• To get help with tasks he was unprepared to do

• To avoid making decisions alone

• To have more people to attend meetings

What is one responsibility of the Department of Treasury?

• To advise on foreign policy

• To oversee the FBI

• To handle production of U.S. currency

• To manage the U.S. armed forces

What is the significance of the 25th Amendment regarding the Cabinet?

• It allows the president to dismiss the Cabinet at any time

• It describes the Cabinet as 'the principal officers of the executive departments'

• It requires the Cabinet to be elected by the public

• It limits the number of Cabinet members to ten