Executive Branch Flashcards

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Chief Diplomat

A

responsible for carrying out negotiations with foreign leaders and their governments

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2
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Chief Executive

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making policy and enforcing laws

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3
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Commander in Chief

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responsible for the safety and security of the United States and its citizens

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4
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Chief of State

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serves as the public face and figure head of the country

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5
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Chief Legislator

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influence the making of laws

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6
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Qualifications to become president

A

14 year US residency
Native born US citizen
At least 35 years old

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7
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Powers of president

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Suggest Budget
Executive Orders
Appoint Federal Judges
Veto
Approve Bills
State of Union

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8
Q

How many electoral votes to win?

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270

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9
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Purpose of Cabinet?

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to advise the president and to lead the executive branch

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10
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Primary Election

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select the candidates for a principal, especially presidential, election

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11
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General Election

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election between the two main candidates for the election

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12
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Who appoints cabinet members with whose approval?

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President; senate approval

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13
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Who has the power to appoint cabinet members, ambassadors, and judges

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President

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14
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Who set qualifications for becoming president?

A

U.S. Constitution

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15
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The power to declare war is a power of?

A

delegated power granted to Congress

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16
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Which member of the president’s cabinet is responsible for domestic law enforcement?

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attorney general