#1
Which of the following is a characteristic of executive authority?
It is always absolute and cannot be challenged.
It is limited by checks and balances in a constitutional system.
It is solely determined by the legislative branch.
It is primarily concerned with judicial decisions.
#2
What is a primary function of executive influence?
To create new laws.
To interpret laws passed by the legislature.
To implement and enforce laws.
To declare laws unconstitutional.
#3
What is the role of the executive branch in the budgetary process?
Proposing a budget to the legislative branch
Approving spending bills passed by the legislative branch
Amending the Constitution to set fiscal policy
Auditing government agencies for financial compliance
#4
What is the role of executive orders?
To amend the Constitution
To declare war
To implement and enforce laws
To interpret laws
#5
Which of the following is NOT a power of the executive branch?
Appointing federal judges
Declaring laws unconstitutional
Negotiating treaties
Issuing executive orders
#6
Which principle holds that the executive branch is subject to the law?
Judicial review
Rule of law
Executive privilege
Unitary executive theory
#7
Who has the authority to appoint federal judges in the United States?
The President
The Supreme Court
The Senate
The House of Representatives
#8
What is executive privilege?
The right of the executive to withhold information from Congress or the courts in certain circumstances.
The ability of the executive to override judicial decisions.
The power of the executive to dissolve the legislature.
The authority of the executive to make treaties without legislative approval.
#9
Which branch of government typically holds the power to declare war?
The executive branch
The legislative branch
The judicial branch
The military branch
#10
What is executive fiat?
An official decree issued by the legislature.
A ruling by the judiciary on executive actions.
An authoritative decision made by the executive without legislative approval.
A legal principle upholding executive privilege.
#11
Which of the following is an example of executive oversight of regulatory agencies?
Issuing pardons
Appointing agency heads
Imposing taxes
Conducting impeachment proceedings
#12
What is the significance of the State of the Union address?
It is a formal declaration of war.
It outlines the executive's legislative agenda and priorities.
It is a ceremonial event with no legal implications.
It serves as a platform for international diplomacy.
#13
Which of the following is an example of informal executive power?
Vetoing legislation
Issuing executive orders
Appointing cabinet members
Negotiating treaties
#14
What is the 'unitary executive theory'?
A theory that advocates for a single executive branch with no separation of powers.
A theory that emphasizes a strong, centralized executive authority.
A theory that promotes a balance of power between the executive and legislative branches.
A theory that prioritizes judicial oversight of executive actions.
#15
What is executive clemency?
The power of the executive to influence the judiciary.
The power of the executive to grant pardons, commutations, and reprieves.
The authority of the executive to make treaties without legislative approval.
The ability of the executive to dissolve the legislature.
#16
What is the role of executive agreements in international relations?
They are legally binding treaties requiring Senate approval
They are informal agreements made by the executive without Senate approval
They are resolutions passed by the United Nations
They are amendments to the Constitution
#17
What is executive reorganization?
The process of appointing new cabinet members
The power of the executive to dissolve the legislature
The restructuring of executive agencies and departments
The authority of the executive to make treaties without legislative approval