Executive Branch
What is the function of the Executive branch?
Enforces the law
How many years is a presidential term of office?
4
What two governing bodies make up Congress?
The Senate and the House of Representatives.
How many members are in The Senate?
100
What is the third branch of government?
Judicial
Who are the top two leaders of the Executive Branch?
The President and the Vice President
What Leader is second in command?
The Capitol Building
True or False, Congress writes new laws?
True
Which color and animal represent the Republican Party?
Red, Elephant
What building is the primary location of the Executive Branch?
The White House
What is another name for the President?
Commander-in-Chief, or head of State
What is the title of the Leader of the House of Representatives?
The Speaker of the house.
True or False, Congress oversees the US Mint, and authorizes minting and printing of money?
True
Which color and animal represent the Democratic Party?
Blue, Donkey
List two departments of the Cabinet
Various - Defense, Treasury,
Whose job is it to cast the tie-breaking vote in the senate?
The Vice-President
Who serves as the leader of The Senate?
The Vice-President
How many years does a senator serve, 2, 4, or 6?
6
Which political party is considered conservative?
Explain.
Republican,
Conservative means to hold back.
The cabinet is comprised of how many departments in all?
15
What does the acronym POTUS mean?
What is the function of the Legislative Branch?
Makes and changes laws and builds the court system.
How many members are in the House of Representatives?
435
Which party is considered liberal?
Explain.
Democratic - liberal = lots