Understanding the Presidential Cabinet

The video tutorial explores the presidential cabinet, a group of advisors to the president, consisting of 15 executive departments and the vice president. Each department is led by a secretary, except the Justice Department, led by the Attorney General. Cabinet members are selected by the president and confirmed by the U.S. Senate. The cabinet's history dates back to George Washington, who had four advisors. Recent trends show that at least one nominee is often withdrawn before confirmation. The video also discusses President-elect Joe Biden's cabinet formation.

What is the primary role of the presidential cabinet?

• To make laws for the country

• To advise the president

• To lead the military

• To manage the economy

How many executive departments make up the presidential cabinet?

• 15

• 10

• 18

• 12

Who confirms the cabinet members after they are chosen by the president?

• The Vice President

• The U.S. Senate

• The Supreme Court

• The House of Representatives

Which department's head is known as the Attorney General?

• Department of Education

• Department of Transportation

• Department of Justice

• Department of Defense

Who were some of the first advisors in George Washington's cabinet?

• Aaron Burr and John Marshall

• James Madison and John Jay

• Thomas Jefferson and Alexander Hamilton

• John Adams and Benjamin Franklin

When are cabinet members usually nominated?

• Around December and January

• Around September and October

• Around June and July

• Around March and April

What is a common occurrence in recent presidencies regarding cabinet nominations?

• All nominees are confirmed without issues

• At least one nominee is withdrawn before confirmation

• Nominees are confirmed within a week

• Nominees are chosen by the Senate

What is notable about President-elect Joe Biden's cabinet selection process?

• He has not started the process

• He has completed the process

• He has started filling out portions of his cabinet

• He has chosen only former presidents