Lesson 5 Practice Questions/Flashcards

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What is required for a treaty to be ratified by the United States?

Unanimous consent from all states

Majority approval from the Senate

Approval by the President alone

2/3 approval by the Senate (correct)

Which power allows the President to appoint high-level officials within the federal government?

Diplomatic power

Legislative power

Veto power

Appointment power (correct)

What is the primary purpose of executive privilege?

To provide legal immunity to government officials

To keep congressional actions confidential

To enforce laws more effectively

To withhold information regarding national security or White House deliberations (correct)

Which of the following describes executive agreements?

International agreements made by the President without Senate consent Signup and view all the answers

What does the power of pardon enable the President to do?

Release or excuse a person from legal penalties Signup and view all the answers

What event is most famously associated with President Obama's use of executive privilege?

The Fast and Furious operation Signup and view all the answers

In what circumstances can executive privilege be invoked?

To maintain national security and protect White House deliberations Signup and view all the answers

What is an executive order?

A directive from the President that has the force of law Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of the Executive Office of the President (EOP)?

To support the President in governance and decision-making Signup and view all the answers

Who heads the Executive Office of the President?

The Chief of Staff Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of executive orders?

To clarify existing congressional policies. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement about the members of the EOP is accurate?

They serve at the will of the President Signup and view all the answers

What is a common reason a president might choose to issue an executive order?

To implement policy without congressional approval. Signup and view all the answers

When was the Executive Office of the President created?

1939 Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the primary tasks of the EOP?

Communicate the President’s messages to the public Signup and view all the answers

How can Congress check the president's use of executive orders?

By refusing to fund the executive orders. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about executive orders is false?

They are always permanent and cannot be undone. Signup and view all the answers

Which council is NOT part of the Executive Office of the President?

Senate Committee on Finance Signup and view all the answers

What significant action did the Supreme Court take regarding the Biden administration’s vaccine mandate?

They blocked the sweeping vaccine-or-test requirements for large private companies. Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between the President's Cabinet and the EOP?

The Cabinet advises the President on specific matters related to their offices Signup and view all the answers

What is an essential component of the president’s State of the Union address?

To recommend measures deemed necessary or expedient. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the EOP?

Overseeing federal law enforcement Signup and view all the answers

Who typically attends the State of the Union address?

Key government officials including Congress and invited guests. Signup and view all the answers

What is a criticism of executive orders from opponents?

They can lead to the president overstepping their authority. Signup and view all the answers

Which role is NOT part of President Biden's Cabinet?

Chairperson of the Federal Reserve Signup and view all the answers

What defines independent agencies within the US bureaucratic structure?

They are organizations created by Congress that execute laws and operate separately from executive departments. Signup and view all the answers

Which agency is an example of a government corporation?

United States Postal Service Signup and view all the answers

What is a common critique of bureaucratic organizations?

They create rules that the public must follow without being elected. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a requirement to be President of the United States?

Must have a college degree Signup and view all the answers

Which statement about the beginnings of the US bureaucracy is accurate?

It began as a very small group of individuals. Signup and view all the answers

Which department is NOT listed as one of the 15 executive departments in Biden's Cabinet?

Department of Foreign Affairs Signup and view all the answers

What change did the 12th Amendment make regarding presidential elections?

It established separate ballots for president and vice president Signup and view all the answers

Which role of the president involves rallying the nation together in a ceremonial capacity?

Head of State Signup and view all the answers

What characterized the growth of the US bureaucracy over time?

It has become a major force in political affairs. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a primary function of the Federal Election Commission (FEC)?

Executing laws related to election processes. Signup and view all the answers

What power allows the president to reject a bill passed by Congress?

Presidential Veto Signup and view all the answers

Which amendment allows for the vice president and a majority of the cabinet to remove a president?

25th Amendment Signup and view all the answers

How long is the presidential term officially set to begin after election according to the 20th Amendment?

January 20 Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary responsibility of the Chief Administrator role of the president?

Ensure federal agencies enforce laws Signup and view all the answers

How many terms can a president serve according to the 22nd Amendment?

Two terms Signup and view all the answers