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

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 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

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

25th Amendment 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

What is the primary function of the presidential veto?

To reject legislation passed by Congress Signup and view all the answers

In which scenario is executive privilege most commonly invoked?

To protect national security interests Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following accurately describes the power of appointment?

The authority to fill thousands of positions in the federal government Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes executive agreements from treaties?

Executive agreements require no approval from Congress Signup and view all the answers

Which power allows the president to keep certain documents confidential?

Executive privilege Signup and view all the answers

What is the legal effect of an executive order?

It has the same force of law as legislative acts Signup and view all the answers

How can Congress counteract a presidential veto?

By overriding the veto with a 2/3 majority vote in both houses Signup and view all the answers

Among the following options, which best describes the concept of pardoning power?

The right to excuse individuals from legal penalties Signup and view all the answers

Which amendment modified the Electoral College to elect the president and vice president on separate ballots?

12th Amendment Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the 22nd Amendment?

Limits the president to two terms Signup and view all the answers

What happens if the president dies before taking office according to the 20th Amendment?

The vice president takes over Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the presidential oath of office?

To affirm the president's commitment to uphold the Constitution Signup and view all the answers

Which amendment was established to allow for the removal of a president deemed unable to perform their duties?

25th Amendment Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about the head of state role is TRUE?

It is a ceremonial role meant to unify the nation. Signup and view all the answers

What is a major criticism of the bureaucratic system in the context of unelected officials?

They create rules without public accountability. Signup and view all the answers

What is a defining characteristic of government corporations?

They fulfill commercial functions that are not profitable for private entities. Signup and view all the answers

What issue does inter-government agency conflict primarily arise from?

Competition for funding and public support Signup and view all the answers

Which example highlights the ambiguous nature of bureaucratic responsibility as presented in the passage?

The Consumer Product Safety Commission's guideline on risks lacks specifics. Signup and view all the answers

What differentiates independent regulatory boards and commissions from independent agencies?

They focus on regulating specific industries or economic sectors. Signup and view all the answers

The phrase 'we have to pass it to find out what’s in it' reflects what aspect of bureaucratic operations?

The unpredictability of bureaucratic policymaking Signup and view all the answers

What was the main goal of the Fast and Furious operation run by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms (ATF)?

To apprehend members of major drug cartels. Signup and view all the answers

What is a major criticism of the use of executive orders by presidents?

They can give too much power to the president. Signup and view all the answers

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

By refusing to fund the orders or passing laws to nullify them. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best describes the nature of executive orders in relation to congressional law?

They are directives that clarify or direct policy without legislative approval. Signup and view all the answers

What happens to executive orders after a president leaves office?

They can be undone by subsequent presidents. Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the primary reasons for the implementation of the Fast and Furious operation?

To track the movement of firearms across borders. Signup and view all the answers

What constitutional obligation does the President have regarding the State of the Union?

To regularly inform Congress and recommend necessary measures Signup and view all the answers

Which federal mandate was upheld by the conservative-majority court?

A vaccine mandate for medical facilities receiving Medicare or Medicaid Signup and view all the answers

Which office is created to support the President in decision-making processes?

Executive Office of the President Signup and view all the answers

What action did Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi famously take regarding President Trump's speech?

Tore up the speech as a sign of disrespect Signup and view all the answers

Which body is responsible for addressing the executive orders within the context of the President’s powers?

Supreme Court Signup and view all the answers