Civics 7th grade

The __________ is charged with enforcing federal trade laws and promoting jobs and business opportunities in the US. A. Department of Commerce B. Department of the Interior C. Department of State D. Office of the US Trade Representative

A. Department of Commerce

Which of the following BEST summarizes the duties and responsibilities of the Department of the Interior? A. to protect our natural resources, administer the national parks system, and enforce federal tribal laws through the Bureau of Indian Affairs B. in charge of food safety, meat and plant production for human consumption, and developing and exploring new technologies in farming, pesticides, ranching and agricultural production C. to manage our country's finances, help in setting the interest rates on loans, help enforce identity protection laws, and oversee the credit industry D. to foster positive relationships with other countries while promoting the ideals of freedom, democracy, and personal choice

A. to protect our natural resources, administer the national parks system, and enforce federal tribal laws through the Bureau of Indian Affairs

Which of the following executive departments administers federal tribal laws? A. Department of Homeland Security B. Department of the Interior C. Department of State D. Department of Native American Affairs

B. Department of the Interior

The following question refers to a hypothetical situation. President of the United States has scheduled a Cabinet meeting today to discuss energy policy with specific focus on pollution and global warming. Given what you know of the executive branch, which group of attendees would the president most likely expect to provide up-to-date information and expert insight during this meeting? A. the secretary of state, the director of Environmental Protection Agency, and the White House chief of staff B. the director of the Environmental Protection Agency, the chairperson of the Council on Environmental Quality, and the secretary of energy C. the chairperson of the Council on Environmental Quality, the secretary of defense, and the Department of Homeland Security D. the director of the Environmental Protection Agency, the secretary of energy, and the chairperson of the National Security Council

B. the director of the Environmental Protection Agency, the chairperson of the Council on Environmental Quality, and the secretary of energy

The Executive Office of the President consists of __________. A. two advisory councils, three offices, and White House and Residence staff B. three advisory councils, six offices, and White House and Residence staff C. eight offices and a White House staff D. six advisory councils, three offices, and White House and Residence staff

B. three advisory councils, six offices, and White House and Residence staff

The __________ is responsible for monitoring and maintaining the interstate highway system. A. Office of Planes, Trains, and Automobiles B. Department of Labor C. Department of Transportation D. Office of Budget and Management

C. Department of Transportation

Which of the following is NOT part of the Executive office of the President? A. Office of the First Lady B. Office of the Vice President C. Department of the Interior D. Council of Economic Advisors

C. Department of the Interior

The Office of Management and Budget __________. A. ensures that state governments do not spend outside of their budget B. checks the power of the president by limiting the money he/she can spend on programs C. oversees the preparation of the federal budget D. is part of the legislative branch of the federal government

C. oversees the preparation of the federal budget

The following question refers to a hypothetical situation. President Obama has a Cabinet meeting scheduled next week in which the federal budget will be the principal topic of discussion. Whom might the president request to attend, in addition to the vice president and the department secretaries? A. his wife, the First Lady B. the secretary of agriculture C. the department manager of the Office of Labor D. the director of the Office of Management and Budget

D. the director of the Office of Management and Budget

policy: A

Definition A definite plan or course of action. Usage The Council on Environmental Quality coordinates environmental efforts and works with other agencies in developing environmental policy.

ambassador:

Definition A diplomat of the highest rank, who is sent to another country as an official representative. Usage The US Trade Representative ambassador is an as-needed member of the Cabinet.

catastrophe

Definition A huge disaster. Usage The full-time members of the Cabinet make up the line of succession for the president in case of a major catastrophe.

advisors:

Definition Experts who offer the president information and advice. Usage Presidential advisors and assistants are responsible for providing everything the president needs to help run the country effectively.

domestic:

Definition Pertaining to a country's internal affairs. Usage The Council of Economic Advisors advises the president on both domestic and foreign economic issues.

Led by the Secretary of State, the Department of State is charged with __________. A. protecting citizens against foreign and domestic terror threats B. maintaining military equipment and facilities for US military bases all over the world C. managing our country's finances and overseeing the credit and recovery industry D. fostering positive relationships with other countries while promoting American ideals

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