Executive Branch Practice 24

The scenario below may be addressed by local, state, or national government. What role is the President assuming in this action?

*Russia and China are holding joint military drills off the coast of Alaska. The president sends three US Navy ships to the area to keep watch.*

• Commander in Chief

• Chief Diplomat

• Chief Legislator

• Chief of State

What are the functions of government agencies?

• To enforce laws and regulations

• To advise

• To make laws

• To make regulations

What is the best definition of a federal agency?

• A federal agency is responsible to advise, regulate and enforce laws and regulations.

• A federal agency is a private organization that provides services to the government.

• A federal agency is a local government entity that manages community services.

• A federal agency is a non-profit organization that operates independently of the government.

What is the first step in the process of impeaching a president?

• The House of Representatives votes on articles of impeachment.

• The Senate holds a trial.

• The Chief Justice presides over the trial.

• The President is removed from office.

What is the difference between a presidential pardon and a governor pardon?

• A presidential pardon is granted by the President of the United States, while a governor pardon is granted by a state governor.

• A presidential pardon can only be granted for federal offenses, while a governor pardon can be granted for state offenses.

• A presidential pardon requires approval from Congress, while a governor pardon does not.

• A presidential pardon is valid nationwide, while a governor pardon is only valid within the state.

What check is placed on the presidential power of appointment?

• Senate approval

• Judicial review

• Executive order

• Public referendum

What is the best definition of a bureaucracy?

• A bureaucracy is a casual group of friends making decisions together.
• A bureaucracy is a type of government that operates without any rules.
• A bureaucracy is an informal network of individuals sharing ideas.
• A bureaucracy is a system of administration marked by official rules and a hierarchical structure.

How can Congress override a presidential veto?

• By a simple majority vote in both houses

• By a two-thirds majority vote in both houses

• By a unanimous vote in the Senate

• By a presidential decree

Who has the authority to create and enforce local curfews?

• Local government

• Federal government

• State government

• Community leaders

If a president vetoes a law, how can it still be passed?

• By a two-thirds vote in both the House and the Senate

• By a simple majority in the House

• By a simple majority in the Senate

• By a presidential pardon