executive branch Flashcards

1
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What is the primary purpose of checks on the President?

A

To prevent abuse of power and ensure accountability.

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2
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True or False: The President can unilaterally declare war without any checks.

A

False.

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3
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Which branch of government is responsible for confirming presidential appointments?

A

The Senate.

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4
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Fill in the blank: The President’s veto can be overridden by a ______ vote in Congress.

A

two-thirds.

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5
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What role does the Supreme Court play in checking presidential power?

A

It can review the constitutionality of presidential actions.

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6
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Which amendment limits the President to two terms in office?

A

The 22nd Amendment.

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7
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True or False: Congress has the power to impeach the President.

A

True.

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8
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What is the process by which Congress can remove a President from office?

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Impeachment followed by a trial in the Senate.

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9
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Which of the following is NOT a check on the President? A) Judicial Review B) Congressional Oversight C) Presidential Pardon

A

C) Presidential Pardon.

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10
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What is the War Powers Resolution?

A

A law intended to limit the President’s ability to engage U.S. forces in hostilities without Congressional approval.

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11
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Fill in the blank: The President must report to Congress within ______ hours of deploying armed forces.

A

48.

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Which committee in Congress is primarily responsible for overseeing presidential actions?

A

The House and Senate committees on oversight.

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True or False: The President can ignore Supreme Court rulings.

A

True, but it may lead to a constitutional crisis.

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What is the role of the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) in relation to the President?

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It assists the President in preparing the federal budget and overseeing its execution.

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What is the significance of the Presidential Records Act?

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It mandates the preservation of presidential records for public access.

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16
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Fill in the blank: The President’s power to issue executive orders is checked by ______.

A

Congress and the judiciary.

17
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Which article of the U.S. Constitution outlines the powers of the President?

A

Article II.

18
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What is a pocket veto?

A

A type of veto that occurs when the President takes no action on a bill for ten days while Congress is adjourned.

19
Q

True or False: The President can be tried for criminal offenses after leaving office.

20
Q

What is the significance of the Federal Elections Commission (FEC)?

A

It regulates campaign finance and ensures fair elections, thus checking presidential influence in campaigns.

21
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Fill in the blank: The President’s treaty-making power requires ______ approval.

22
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What is the purpose of the Congressional Research Service (CRS)?

A

To provide Congress with nonpartisan research and analysis, helping to check presidential power.

23
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True or False: The President can appoint Supreme Court justices without any oversight.

24
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What is the significance of the Congressional Budget Office (CBO)?

A

It provides economic data and budgetary analysis, helping Congress check the President’s budgetary proposals.

25
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Which power allows Congress to investigate the President’s actions?

A

Congressional oversight.

26
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Fill in the blank: The President must deliver a State of the Union address to ______.