Questions and Answers
What is the main focus of Article 2?
The executive branch and their roles and responsibilities to the US government.
What is the main function of the executive branch?
To enforce the laws.
Who is the head of the executive branch?
The president.
Who is second in command in the executive branch?
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Define executive. What is executive power?
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How does the president get his/her job?
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What is the minimum age requirement to be president?
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What are the citizenship requirements to become president?
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What are the residency requirements to be president?
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What is the term of office for a president?
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What role does the president have with the military?
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What role does the president have with executive departments?
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What can the president do to hold executive departments accountable?
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What are the executive department heads called?
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What are the agreements that the president can make with foreign nations called?
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Who can the president nominate or appoint?
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What is the State of the Union address and why is it important?
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What does the president recommend in a State of the Union address?
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What must the president do to laws?
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Study Notes
Executive Branch Overview
- Article 2 centers on the executive branch's roles and responsibilities within the U.S. government.
- The main function of the executive branch is to enforce laws.
Leadership Structure
- The head of the executive branch is the President of the United States.
- The Vice President serves as the second-in-command.
Executive Power
- Executive: Refers to individuals or groups with administrative authority.
- Executive power: Granted to the chief officer, typically the President, allowing leadership and management over governmental operations.
Presidential Election
- The President is elected through a popular vote via the electoral college system.
Eligibility Requirements
- Minimum age requirement for presidency is 35 years.
- Must be a natural-born U.S. citizen.
- Must have been a resident of the U.S. for at least 14 years.
Term Limits
- The President can serve a maximum of two four-year terms.
Military and Executive Department Roles
- The President acts as the Commander in Chief of the U.S. military.
- Holds significant influence over the executive departments and their decisions.
Accountability Measures
- The President can mandate full reports from executive departments to hold them accountable.
Cabinet and Appointments
- Cabinet refers to the heads of executive departments who advise the President.
- The President has the authority to nominate or appoint cabinet members and federal judges, including Supreme Court justices.
State of the Union Address
- The State of the Union address is delivered before Congress, outlining the nation's health and the President's legislative agenda.
- This address includes proposals for new laws, policies, and budgetary recommendations.
Law Enforcement
- The primary duty of the President is to enforce laws effectively.
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This quiz covers key concepts related to Article 2 of the US Constitution, focusing on the executive branch. Test your knowledge about the roles, responsibilities, and functions of the executive branch, including who leads it. Perfect for students studying government or civics.