Executive Branch Flashcards

1
Q

the method of electing U.S. presidents determined by representatives per state

A

electoral college

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2
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to ensure obedience, carry out laws

A

enforce

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3
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group of people appointed (chosen) by the President and confirmed (approved) by Congress

A

cabinet

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4
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the supreme commander of the armed forces

A

Commander in Chief

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5
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an amount of time something lasts

A

term

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6
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a person with supreme (highest) power to carry out laws of a government or organization

A

executive

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7
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Each state gets two votes for their senators and an additional amount depending on how big the state is. These votes for the President happen in the __________.

A

electoral college

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8
Q

Government agencies that support the executive office are led by ________.

A

cabinet members

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9
Q

The 27th Amendment limits the President to two __________.

A

terms

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10
Q

The navy, army, coast guard, air force, and national guard are led by the __________.

A

Commander in Chief

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