The Enforcers
Which hat should I wear?
The Problem Solvers
Who's got the power?
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100
TRIPLE JEOPARDY!
The president can rely on _____, ______, and ______ to help him with his executive duties.
cabinet members, agencies, and regulatory groups (CAR)
100
When the president proposes legislation in the State of the Union Address, he is exercising his power as the
Chief Legislator
100
While the number of Senators a state has is fixed at 2, the number of House Members is based on this
State Population
Bonus points!
Earn an additional 50 points if you know how many members total are in Congress
100
Where are the powers of the national branches of government located?
The United States Constitution
100
Replace and name that verb:
Once individuals join interest groups and study/identify the issues, they will persuade law makers for or against a bill.
lobby
200
Out of the options below, list the correct powers of the President:
declare war
veto legislation
grant pardons
regulate foreign commerce
prepare the annual budget
veto legislation
grant pardons
prepare the annual budget
200
Even though he cannot declare war, the President holds this position that allows him to control the Militia
Commander-in-Chief
200
While expressed powers are powers that are listed in the U.S. Constitution, what are the powers called (that are not listed) that help carry out expressed powers?
implied powers
200
Double Jeopardy!
Once Congress has agreed and passed a bill to the President, he can choose to do this, denying the bill-
If he does not, then what branch can override his decision?
veto
Legislative (Congress)
200
Double Jeopardy!
Who is influencing public policy and how?
Who: media
How: is holding government officials accountable to the public
300
The President wears many "hats"; how many exactly?
7
300
The President lights the national Christmas tree.
Chief Citizen
300
What is the missing step below?
-A House of Representative members introduced a bill
-Representatives work in committees
-Representatives debate the bill
- Representatives vote on the bill
-?
The bill is now sent to the Senate for the process to be repeated
300
In the news today, a judge has been appointed to the United States Circuit Court of Appeals.
^^
The announcement above is referring to powers that belong to which branch of national government?
Executive Branch
300
Who can express opinions, join an interest group, or vote in order to influence public policy?
individuals
400
The President is elected by the ______ ______.
Electoral College
400
The President meets with the leader of China to discuss trade agreements.
Chief Diplomat
400
Elective officials in Congress write laws and take action in response to _____ and _____ in our country.
problems or issues
400
SHOW ME THE MONEY!
Approves the annual budget
Raises revenue through taxes and other levies
Regulates interstate and foreign commerce
Legislative Branch
400
The media can be used by the ______ to communicate with the public.
government
500
Which article of the U.S. Constitution gives the Executive Branch its' power?
Article 2
500
The Democratic President holds an event for Democrats to discuss their platforms.
Chief of the Party
500
Since we have a Senate and a House of Representative, that means we have what type of legislature ?
bicameral
500
What is the term called when the legislative branch has the ability to override a presidential veto (it is not separation of powers)
Checks and Balances
500
Which branch of government influences public policy by doing the following?
-proposes legislation
-appoints officials to help carry out laws
-issue acts and orders
Executive Branch