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What type of order can the president issue that carries the force of law?
What type of order can the president issue that carries the force of law?
What is the primary role of the Executive Office of the President (EOP)?
What is the primary role of the Executive Office of the President (EOP)?
Which group is primarily appointed by the president to assist in the administration of the government?
Which group is primarily appointed by the president to assist in the administration of the government?
Which department aids the president in coordinating national security policy?
Which department aids the president in coordinating national security policy?
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In addition to being the ceremonial head, what other role does the president serve as the head of government?
In addition to being the ceremonial head, what other role does the president serve as the head of government?
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What is a power reserved for Congress regarding treaties made by the president?
What is a power reserved for Congress regarding treaties made by the president?
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The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) is responsible for which of the following tasks?
The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) is responsible for which of the following tasks?
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What is a significant composition of the Office of Policy Development (OPD)?
What is a significant composition of the Office of Policy Development (OPD)?
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What is one of the responsibilities of the president as commander-in-chief?
What is one of the responsibilities of the president as commander-in-chief?
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Who is the chief of staff responsible for?
Who is the chief of staff responsible for?
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What type of power does the president have regarding foreign governments?
What type of power does the president have regarding foreign governments?
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What does the president lack in the negotiation of treaties?
What does the president lack in the negotiation of treaties?
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What type of agencies operate independently from the EOP?
What type of agencies operate independently from the EOP?
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What does the concept of executive privilege allow a president to do?
What does the concept of executive privilege allow a president to do?
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What does the National Security Council primarily focus on?
What does the National Security Council primarily focus on?
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Which body of government did the Founding Fathers want the armed forces to be under control of?
Which body of government did the Founding Fathers want the armed forces to be under control of?
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What significant expansion did Franklin Roosevelt preside over during his presidency?
What significant expansion did Franklin Roosevelt preside over during his presidency?
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Which of the following best describes the role of the Cabinet?
Which of the following best describes the role of the Cabinet?
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What distinguishes the Executive Office of the President from the Cabinet?
What distinguishes the Executive Office of the President from the Cabinet?
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What is the primary function of the Office of Management and Budget?
What is the primary function of the Office of Management and Budget?
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How are cabinet members appointed?
How are cabinet members appointed?
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What area does each executive department typically handle?
What area does each executive department typically handle?
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The National Security Council is primarily responsible for which aspect of presidential duties?
The National Security Council is primarily responsible for which aspect of presidential duties?
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What means the president can terminate cabinet members without needing to consult Congress?
What means the president can terminate cabinet members without needing to consult Congress?
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Study Notes
Executive Branch
- The executive branch's structure and powers are described in this lesson.
- Presidential terms are four years, with the option for reelection.
- George Washington set a two-term precedent.
- Franklin Roosevelt was elected to a fourth term.
- The Twenty-Second Amendment limits presidents to two full terms.
- Presidential qualifications include being a natural-born US citizen, at least 35 years old, and having lived in the US for at least 14 years.
Electoral College
- Alexander Hamilton and delegates established a compromise to alleviate dependence on the legislative branch for electing Presidents.
- States select electors who cast votes for president.
- Electors are chosen by the states, based on the election results.
- The two-party system led to problems in 1800.
- The Twelfth Amendment amended the election process, requiring separate ballots for president and vice president.
- Today, parties select one candidate and a slate of electors.
- Voters technically vote for a slate of electors pledged to one candidate.
- The candidate winning the majority of electoral votes in a state gets that state's electoral votes.
- The candidate with the most electoral votes is declared president.
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Test your knowledge on the structure and powers of the executive branch of the United States government. Explore presidential terms, election processes, and key amendments that shape the office of the president. This quiz will also cover the Electoral College and its historical significance.
