WorksheetsThe Executive Branch
Total questions: 98
Worksheet time: 49mins
The legislative, executive, and judicial branches of the government address the needs of the public by:
making laws, enforcing laws, and interpreting laws
collecting taxes, voting, and protesting
creating businesses, hiring workers, and selling goods
teaching, farming, and building roads
The structure, functions, and authority exercised by the executive, legislative, and judicial branches of Government are collectively known as:
Separation of powers
Federalism
Checks and balances
Popular sovereignty
The constitutional qualifications for holding public office and the terms of office include the composition of Congress, the Supreme Court, and the executive branch.
The requirements and terms for Congress, the Supreme Court, and the executive branch are defined by the Constitution.
Only the executive branch has constitutional qualifications and terms of office.
The Supreme Court and Congress have no constitutional qualifications for office.
Terms of office are determined by state laws, not the Constitution.
The executive branch, including the bureaucracy, plays which role in government?
It implements and enforces public policy.
It creates laws for the country.
It interprets the constitution and laws.
It manages foreign trade exclusively.
According to Article II of the U.S. Constitution, the executive power shall be vested in a _______ of the United States of America.
President
Senator
Governor
Chief Justice
What is the role of the President described as the head of the government and symbol of leadership, both to the American people and the world?
Head of State
Chief Justice
Secretary of Defense
Speaker of the House
Which role of the President is the leader of the Armed Forces of the United States: Army, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard, and Marine Corps?
Commander in Chief
Chief Diplomat
Chief Legislator
Chief of Staff
Which role of the President holds executive power and serves as 'the boss' for Executive Branch government workers?
Chief Executive
Chief Diplomat
Commander in Chief
Chief of State
Fill in the blank: The President as an ________ has the power to influence legislation and shape public policy, but only Congress can legislate.
Agenda Setter
Commander in Chief
Chief Diplomat
Chief of State
Fill in the blank: The President is generally held responsible for the health of the American economy in the role of ________.
Keeper of the Economy
Chief Diplomat
Commander in Chief
Chief of State
Fill in the blank: The top ranking official of his/her political party who works to help other members get elected is called the ________.
Party Chief
Majority Whip
Speaker
Campaign Manager
What is the minimum age required to be President of the United States?
35 years old
25 years old
30 years old
40 years old
How many years must a person have lived in the country to be eligible for the Presidency?
14 years
7 years
21 years
5 years
What type of citizenship must a person have to be President of the United States?
Natural-born citizen
Naturalized citizen
Dual citizen
Permanent resident
Characteristics of the Presidency: How many four-year terms can a President serve?
Two
One
Three
Unlimited
What is the annual salary of the President of the United States?
$400,000
$250,000
$1,000,000
$600,000
What is the annual salary of the Vice President of the United States?
$208,100
$150,000
$300,000
$400,000
Which of the following is a benefit provided to the President and Vice President?
Free housing for life
Travel allowances
Free college tuition
Unlimited vacation days
Which staff is included as a benefit for the President and Vice President?
Staff including Secret Service officers for protection
Personal chefs for every family member
A team of private doctors on call 24/7 for friends
A dedicated movie production crew
How many residencies can the President and Vice President claim a tax deduction for?
Two residencies
One residency
Three residencies
No residencies
Name one type of benefit related to health or retirement provided to the President and Vice President.
Health and retirement benefits
Free housing for all citizens
Lifetime airline tickets
Unlimited paid vacations
Which of the following is NOT a major duty of the Vice President?
A) Presiding over the Senate
B) Opening and counting the electoral votes in presidential elections
C) Serving as a Supreme Court Justice
D) Serving a president if the president cannot do the job
Fill in the blank: The Vice President is part of the president’s ________.
administration
cabinet
family
security team
One of the Vice President's duties is opening and counting the electoral votes in presidential elections.
True
False
Name one Vice President who has had to serve as President because the President could not do the job.
Gerald Ford
Al Gore
Dan Quayle
Dick Cheney
According to the information, which of the following is NOT a reason a president might choose a particular vice president?
From a different state
Certain religion
Must be a person they trust
Must be from the same family
Fill in the blank: The Vice President must be a person the president _______.
trusts
ignores
fears
dislikes
The right selection of a Vice President can attract more voters.
True
False
Voters care about the qualifications of the Vice President because:
the Vice President may have to assume the presidency.
the Vice President is responsible for making laws.
the Vice President manages the Supreme Court.
the Vice President leads the military.
Which Vice President is listed as number 49 in the image?
Kamala Harris
Mike Pence
Joe Biden
Al Gore
Executive Office of the President: The Chief of Staff focuses on managing the everyday operations of the _________?
White House
Supreme Court
Senate
Department of Defense
In some cases, who is the primary presidential adviser who controls access to the president and helps map political strategy?
Secretary of State
Chief of Staff
Vice President
Press Secretary
Which office advises the president on domestic policy?
Office of Cabinet Liaison
Domestic Policy Council
National Economic Council
Office of Communications
Which office serves as the main contact between the White House, the cabinet, and executive agency heads?
Office of Communications
Office of the First Lady
Office of Cabinet Liaison
National Economic Council
Which office advises the president on matters that concern national and global economic policy?
Domestic Policy Council
National Economic Council
Office of Cabinet Liaison
Office of Communications
Which office oversees the planning and scheduling of media events for the president?
Office of Communications
Office of Cabinet Liaison
Office of the First Lady
Domestic Policy Council
Which office assists the First Lady in her duties as the White House hostess?
Office of Cabinet Liaison
Office of Communications
Office of the First Lady
Domestic Policy Council
Which office serves as the contact between the President and Congress?
Office of Legislative Affairs
White House Counsel
USA Freedom Corps
Office of Speechwriting
Which office advises the president on legal issues?
Office of Legislative Affairs
White House Counsel
USA Freedom Corps
Office of Political Affairs
Which office promotes and expands volunteer service in America?
Office of Speechwriting
USA Freedom Corps
Office of Political Affairs
White House Counsel
Which office is responsible for writing the president’s speeches and other public remarks?
Office of Speechwriting
Office of Legislative Affairs
USA Freedom Corps
Office of Political Affairs
Which office works to make the president and executive branch aware of the issues that affect Americas?
Office of Political Affairs
Office of Legislative Affairs
White House Counsel
USA Freedom Corps
Fill in the blank: The Department of ______ is part of the President's Cabinet.
Agriculture
Sports
Technology
Tourism
Fill in the blank: The Department of ______ is part of the President's Cabinet.
Commerce
Agriculture
Education
Transportation
Fill in the blank: The Department of ______ is part of the President's Cabinet.
Defense
Agriculture
Commerce
Transportation
Fill in the blank: The Department of ______ is part of the President's Cabinet.
Education
Transportation
Agriculture
Commerce
Fill in the blank: The Department of ______ is part of the President's Cabinet.
Energy
Agriculture
Commerce
Transportation
Fill in the blank: The Department of ______ is part of the President's Cabinet.
Health and Human Services
Motor Vehicles
Parks and Recreation
Transportation Services
Fill in the blank: The Department of ______ is part of the President's Cabinet.
Housing and Urban Development
Motor Vehicles
Public Transportation
National Parks
The Department of ______ is part of the President's Cabinet.
the Interior
the Treasury
the Post Office
the Environment
Fill in the blank: The Department of ______ is part of the President's Cabinet.
Justice
Agriculture
Commerce
Transportation
Fill in the blank: The Department of ______ is part of the President's Cabinet.
Labor
Agriculture
Commerce
Education
Fill in the blank: The Department of ______ is part of the President's Cabinet.
State
Agriculture
Commerce
Interior
Fill in the blank: The Department of ______ is part of the President's Cabinet.
Transportation
Agriculture
Commerce
Education
Fill in the blank: The Department of ______ is part of the President's Cabinet.
the Treasury
the Interior
the Post Office
the Library
Fill in the blank: The Department of ______ is part of the President's Cabinet.
Veterans Affairs
Motor Vehicles
Public Transportation
City Parks
Which of the following is NOT a way to get on the President's Cabinet nomination list?
Be an expert in your field
Have already spent years in government in other positions
Have put in work on the presidential campaign
Be a celebrity
Owe a favor by the new president
What is the first step in the President's Cabinet nomination process?
Senate investigations
Nomination starts with a list from the president’s office, members of Congress, special interest groups
Ethics review
FBI investigation
People nominated for the President's Cabinet are vetted and closely reviewed by the White House Office of Presidential Personnel.
True
False
After nomination and vetting, whose investigations does the nominee's name go to?
The House of Representatives
The Supreme Court
The Senate, FBI, IRS, Office of Government Ethics, and an ethics officer from the agency in question
The President
Fill in the blank: The President's Cabinet nomination process starts with a list from the president’s office, members of Congress, and _________?
special interest groups
foreign diplomats
state governors
Supreme Court justices
Fill in the blank: People nominated for the President's Cabinet are closely reviewed by the White House Office of ________ Personnel.
Presidential
Legislative
Judicial
Executive
What is the purpose of getting the nominee in front of a Senate committee during the President's Cabinet nomination process?
To focus on the issues related to the position.
To allow the nominee to campaign for votes.
To announce the nominee's salary.
To celebrate the nominee's achievements.
During Senate Committee Hearings for the President's Cabinet, what do committee members look for in the nominee?
Any weaknesses in the nominee, including partisanship and historical statements on policy that might impact the nominee’s ability to carry out the job.
The nominee's favorite hobbies and leisure activities.
The nominee's preferred vacation destinations.
The nominee's favorite foods and beverages.
Are Senate Committee Hearings for the President's Cabinet often televised?
Yes, they are often televised.
No, they are always held in private.
No, they are never televised.
Only the President can attend these hearings.
What can the Senate committee do after the hearings for a President's Cabinet nominee?
They can vote the nominee up or down, or choose not to act at all.
They can appoint the nominee directly without a vote.
They can remove the President from office.
They can pass new laws regarding Cabinet positions.
Fill in the blank: A hearing will be scheduled when the nominee satisfies the _________.
committee
jury
audience
panel
Fill in the blank: The nominee is introduced and considered by the _________
senators
judges
governors
mayors
Fill in the blank: Debate can continue until ________ of the Senate agrees to stop and take a vote.
2/3
1/2
1/3
3/4
Fill in the blank: A ________ majority vote is needed to confirm the nominee.
simple
unanimous
plurality
absolute
Why does the President's Cabinet matter?
They are the President's trusted advisors
They are responsible for making laws
They are in charge of the military
They run the Supreme Court
Who heads the executive departments that can impact your day to day life?
Cabinet members
Congress
Supreme Court Justices
Governors
Cabinet members oversee the execution of ________ laws.
federal
state
municipal
international
Cabinet members have a place in line for presidential succession.
True
False
Looking at the cabinet can give you insight into how the President wants to ______ the country.
lead
paint
ignore
decorate
According to the Presidential Line of Succession, who is first in line to become President?
The Vice President
The Secretary of State
The Speaker of the House
The Chief Justice
According to the Presidential Line of Succession, who is second in line to become President?
Speaker of the House of Representatives
Secretary of State
Chief Justice of the Supreme Court
Vice President
According to the Presidential Line of Succession, who is third in line to become President?
President pro tempore of the Senate
Secretary of State
Attorney General
Chief Justice of the Supreme Court
According to the Presidential Line of Succession, who is fourth in line to become President?
Secretary of State
Secretary of the Treasury
Secretary of Defense
Attorney General
According to the Presidential Line of Succession, who is fifth in line to become President?
Secretary of the Treasury
Secretary of State
Secretary of Defense
Attorney General
According to the Presidential Line of Succession, who is sixth in line to become President?
Secretary of Defense
Secretary of State
Secretary of the Treasury
Attorney General
According to the Presidential Line of Succession, who is seventh in line to become President?
Attorney General
Secretary of State
Secretary of the Treasury
Secretary of Defense
According to the Presidential Line of Succession, who is eighth in line to become President?
Secretary of the Interior
Secretary of State
Secretary of Commerce
Secretary of Education
According to the Presidential Line of Succession, who is ninth in line to become President?
Secretary of Agriculture
Secretary of Commerce
Secretary of Labor
Secretary of Energy
What is the 10th position in the Presidential Line of Succession?
Secretary of Commerce
Secretary of Labor
Secretary of Energy
Secretary of Education
Who is 11th in the Presidential Line of Succession?
Secretary of Labor
Secretary of State
Secretary of Defense
Secretary of the Treasury
Who is 12th in the Presidential Line of Succession?
Secretary of Health and Human Services
Secretary of the Treasury
Secretary of Defense
Secretary of Agriculture
Who is 13th in the Presidential Line of Succession?
Secretary of Housing and Urban Development
Secretary of State
Secretary of Defense
Secretary of the Treasury
Who is 14th in the Presidential Line of Succession?
Secretary of Transportation
Secretary of the Treasury
Secretary of State
Secretary of Education
Who is 15th in the Presidential Line of Succession?
Secretary of Energy
Secretary of Agriculture
Secretary of Commerce
Secretary of Labor
Who is 16th in the Presidential Line of Succession?
Secretary of Education
Secretary of State
Secretary of Defense
Secretary of the Treasury
Who is 17th in the Presidential Line of Succession?
Secretary of Veterans Affairs
Secretary of Commerce
Secretary of Education
Secretary of Agriculture
Who is 18th in the Presidential Line of Succession?
Secretary of Homeland Security
Secretary of the Treasury
Secretary of Commerce
Secretary of Education
Who is the President of the United States according to the presidential line of succession?
Joseph Robinette Biden, Jr.
Kamala Harris
Nancy Pelosi
Antony Blinken
Who is the Vice President of the United States according to the presidential line of succession?
Kamala Devi Harris
Nancy Pelosi
Antony Blinken
Lloyd Austin
Who is the Speaker of the House of Representatives according to the presidential line of succession?
James Michael Johnson
Nancy Pelosi
Kevin McCarthy
Hakeem Jeffries
Who is the President pro tempore of the Senate according to the presidential line of succession?
Patricia Lynn Murray
Chuck Schumer
Kamala Harris
Kevin McCarthy
Who is the Secretary of State according to the presidential line of succession?
Antony John Blinken
Janet Yellen
Lloyd Austin
Merrick Garland
