Quiz: The Legislative & Executive Branches

Part 1: Executive Branch- Multiple Choice

Directions: Write the letter or the best answer in the blank beside the question number.

1. The President has the power to do this

A. Secure additional protections for those accused of a crime
B. Sign legislation into law or to veto bills enacted by Congress, although Congress
may override a veto with a two-thirds vote of both houses
C. Approve or deny officials appointed by the Vice President and confirmed by the
Senate
D. Dictate how each state government handles its infrastructure

2. The primary responsibility of the Vice President of the United States

A. Carry out the day-to-day administration of the federal government.
B. To serve as the President of the United States Senate, where he or she casts the
deciding vote in the case of a tie.
C. Serve as the director of the Executive Office of the President.
D. To be ready at a moment's notice to assume the Presidency if the President is
unable to perform his or her duties.
3. Three qualifications for the Presidency listed in the Constitution.
A. Must be 30 years of age and must have lived in the United States for at least 14
years
B. Must be 35 years of age and must have lived in the United States for at least 17
years
C. Must be 30 years of age, a natural born citizen, and must have lived in the United
States for 17 years.
D. Must be 35 years of age, be a natural born citizen, and must have lived in the
United States for at least 14 years

Part 2: Executive Branch- True or False

Directions: Write T for true or F for false in the blank at the beginning of each statement.
4. The fifteen executive departments include the House, the Senate, and the
political parties.
5. Members of the Senate are officials appointed by the President and confirmed
by the Senate.
Part 3: Executive Office of the President - Departments
Directions: Write the capital letter of the correct answer next to the number of the question.

6. Works to advance the national,

economic, and energy security of
the United States.
7. Provides the military forces
needed to deter war and to protect
the security of our country.
8. The federal agency responsible
for national policies and programs
that address America's housing
needs, that improve and develop
the nation's communities, and that
enforce fair housing laws.
9. Responsible for administering
benefit programs for veterans, their
families, and their survivors.
10. The government agency tasked
with improving living standards for
all Americans by promoting
economic development and technological innovation.
11. Responsible for promoting economic prosperity and ensuring the soundness and security
of the U.S. and international financial systems.
12. Works to ensure a fast, safe, efficient, accessible and convenient transportation system
that meets our vital national interests and enhances the quality of life of the American
people.
13. Develops and executes policy on farming, agriculture, and food

14. Aims to prevent and disrupt terrorist attacks, protect the American people, our critical
infrastructure, and key resources, and respond to and recover from incidents that do occur.
15. Plays the lead role in developing and implementing the President's foreign policy. Major
responsibilities include United States representation abroad, foreign assistance, foreign
military training programs, and countering international crime.

16. The nation's principal conservation agency. Its mission is to protect America's natural
resources, offer recreation opportunities, conduct scientific research, conserve and protect fish and
wildlife, and honor our trust responsibilities to American Indians, Alaskan Natives, and our
responsibilities to island communities.

17. The United States government's principal agency for protecting the health of all Americans
and providing essential human services, especially for those who are least able to help themselves.

18. Oversees federal programs for ensuring a strong American workforce.

19. Enforces the law and defends the interests of the United States according to the law,
ensures public safety against threats foreign and domestic, provides federal leadership in preventing and
controlling crime, seeks just punishment for those guilty of unlawful behavior, and ensures fair and
impartial administration of justice for all Americans.

20. Promotes student achievement and preparation for competition in a global economy by
fostering educational excellence and ensuring equal access to educational opportunity.
Part 4: Legislative Branch-Short Answer
Directions: Please respond in complete sentences to each of the questions below. Be as
specific as possible, as vague or incomplete answers will only earn partial credit.

Bicameral Congress

21. What is the Bicameral Congress?

22. Why and by whom was the Bicameral Congress created?

United States Senate

23. What is the US Senate?

24. What is the purpose of the US Senate?

25. What are the requirements for becoming an elected Senator?

26. How many United States senators are there?

United States House of Representative

27. What is the US House of Representatives?

28. What is the purpose of the US House of Representatives?

29. What are the requirements for becoming an elected representative?

30. How many United States representatives are there?