Ch. 6: Executive Branch & The Presidency

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In the role of symbolic figurehead representing the United States internationally, the president acts as the...

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chief of state

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A president who wants to establish rules and regulations for the operation of a federal agency may do so by taking what action?

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issuing an executive order

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Which of the following is a necessary qualification for anyone wishing to be president of the United States?
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served in the military,
naturalized citizen,
minimum age of 35,
maximum age of 65

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minimum age of 35

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Which of the following is an important informal power of the president?
- declaring war on other nations
- using the media to persuade the public
- pardoning convicted criminals
- appointing Supreme Court justices

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using the media to persuade the public

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What is the title of a cabinet department head?

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secretary

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What did early vice presidents often complain about?

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too little to do

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Which White House office helps maintain contact between the president and Congress?

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Office of Legislative Affairs

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More than 1 million people work for the executive branch of the federal government.

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True

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One way in which Congress may limit a president’s treaty-making power is by passing a law overriding a portion of a treaty.

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True

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A declaration of war by Congress is necessary before a president can send U.S. troops into a foreign conflict.

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False