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The Federal Government: Executive Branch Flashcards

1
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How many divisions does the Executive Branch have

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3

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What is the Executive Office

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It is made up of offices and agencies that help develop and implement the policy and programs of the president

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How many Executive Departments does the Executive Branch have

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15

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How many Independent Federal Agencies does the Executive Branch have

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Over 200

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5
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How long does one term last for the president and vice president

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4 years

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How many presidents have served two full terms in all of American History

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13

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What is a precedent

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A precedent is a decision that serves as an example or model in the future

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Who was the exception for the one-or two-term president

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Franklin Roosevelt

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How many terms did Franklin Roosevelt serve

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4

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What is the president’s salary

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$400,000

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What is the first responsibility of the president

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To protect and defend the US Constitution

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The president is expected to

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propose legislation to Congress

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The president may act to

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veto legislation

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14
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The president may issue

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Executive orders that have the force of law

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15
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The president can

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implement laws by directing federal agencies

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16
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The president is responsible for

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preparing an annual budget

17
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How many duties does the vice president have

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2

18
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What are the vice president’s two duties

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To preside over the Senate and to replace the president

19
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What is succession

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Succession refers to the order in which a person becomes president if the president is unable to fulfill their duties

20
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What is the Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

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A regulatory agency that reports directly to Congress

21
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What does the Peace Corps do

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Trains volunteers to do all kinds of work for people in less-developed countries

22
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What does the Rural Electrification Administration do

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It gets electric power to rural areas

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