Executive Branch

Question 1

Presidential Qualifications:

Answer 1

• must be at least 35 years old
• be a natural born citizen
• lived in the United States for at least 14 years

Question 2

Presidential Responsibilities:

Answer 2

• responsible for the execution and enforcement of laws created by Congress
• sign legislation into law or veto bills
• appoint heads of federal agencies
• issue executive orders
• extend pardons and excuses for federal crimes
• give a State of the Union address to Congress each January

Question 3

Vice-President Responsibilities:

Answer 3

• assume Presidency if the President is unable to perform their duties
• President of the Senate where they can cast a vote to break a tie

Question 4

Cabinet:

Answer 4

• advisory body made up of the heads of the 15 executive departments
• appointed by the President and confirmed by the Senate