Exploring the Executive Branch and Its Functions

What does Article 2 of the US Constitution primarily address?

• The legislative branch

• The executive branch

• The judicial branch

• The Bill of Rights

Who do voters actually vote for in a US presidential election?

• The Vice President

• The President directly

• The Senate

• A group of electors

What was the main reason for the creation of the Electoral College?

• To simplify the election process

• To give state legislators the power to choose the President

• To ensure the best candidate is chosen by informed electors

• To allow Congress to choose the President

Which of the following is NOT part of the executive branch?

• The Supreme Court

• The Cabinet

• The Vice President

• The President

Who appoints the members of the Cabinet?

• The Senate

• The Supreme Court

• The President

• The House of Representatives

Which department is responsible for promoting national education?

• Department of Health and Human Services

• Department of Commerce

• Department of Energy

• Department of Education

What is the primary role of the Department of Defense?

• Administering healthcare

• Overseeing education

• Providing military defense

• Managing the economy

Which department handles the conservation of national parks and wildlife?

• Department of Labor

• Department of Commerce

• Department of the Interior

• Department of Agriculture

What is the main function of the Department of Justice?

• Administering healthcare

• Managing the economy

• Enforcing the law and protecting public safety

• Overseeing education

Which agency is part of the Department of Justice?

• Department of Energy

• Centers for Disease Control

• Federal Bureau of Investigation

• Federal Aviation Administration