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ISS Executive Quiz
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What presidential role involves dealing with foreign leaders, negotiating treaties, and representing the U.S. abroad? | Chief Diplomat |
| Which executive department manages embassies, diplomacy, and foreign relations? | Department of State |
| What presidential role focuses on leading the military and national defense? | Commander in Chief |
| What presidential role involves enforcing laws and managing federal agencies? | Chief Executive |
| What presidential role represents the nation at ceremonies and official events? | Head of State |
| What group of advisors helps the president make major policy decisions? | Cabinet |
| What are the leaders of major executive departments called? | Cabinet Secretaries |
| What are major divisions of the executive branch focused on areas like labor, education, and defense? | Executive Departments |
| What agencies regulate businesses and industries to protect the public? | Regulatory Agencies |
| What government organizations carry out and enforce federal laws? | Executive Agencies |
| What written directive allows the president to guide how laws are enforced? | Executive Order |
| What power allows the president to reject a bill passed by Congress? | Veto |
| What is the power of Congress to cancel a presidential veto called? | Override |
| What agreement between the U.S. and another country must be approved by the Senate? | Treaty |
| Which body approves presidential appointments and treaties? | Senate |
| What process formally accuses a president or official of wrongdoing? | Impeachment |
| Which part of Congress brings impeachment charges? | House of Representatives |
| Which part of Congress holds impeachment trials? | Senate |
| What power allows Congress to control government spending? | Power of the Purse |
| Which branch of government has the power to declare war? | Congress |
| What law limits how long troops may be deployed without approval? | War Powers Resolution |
| What rule requires the president to notify Congress after sending troops? | 48-Hour Rule |
| What is the maximum time troops can stay deployed without approval? | 60-Day Limit |
| What system prevents one branch from becoming too powerful? | Checks and Balances |
| What idea explains why power is divided among three branches? | Separation of Powers |
| What power allows Congress to investigate executive actions? | Oversight |
| How can courts limit executive actions? | Judicial Review |
| Which agency investigates major crimes across state lines? | FBI |
| Why do presidents rely on cabinet members? | Expert Advice |
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