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Executive Office Web Quest
Introduction
Understanding the role of the Executive Office in American government helps you to be more critical about current events and federal policies that affect American's lives. This WebQuest should teach you
- the basic responsibilities and duties of the Executive Office
- the relationship between the Executive, Legislative and Judicial Branches
- the roles of the President, Vice President and Cabinet
- the basic impeachment process
As you gain more knowledge about the role of the President in American government, you can speak as an informed citizen and make decisions about American foreign and domestic policies. After you complete this lesson, try watching for Presidential coverage on the news and see if the issues make more sense.
Task
Your job is to visit the following websites and answer questions about the role of the Executive Office.
Process
Step One: Learn what members of the Executive Office are expected to do
Step Two: Explain the difference between the Executive, Legislative and Judicial Branches
Step Three: Identify the duties of the President, Vice President, and Cabinet
Step Four: Read about Presidential Impeachment
Step Five: Turn in your answers to questions about the Executive Office
Step One: Learn what members of the Executive Office are expected to do
The Executive Branch
Step Two: Explain the difference between the Executive, Legislative and Judicial Branches
Three Branches of Government
Step Three: Identify the duties of the President, Vice President, and Cabinet
Powers of the Presidency
Roles of Executive Officer
Executive Salaries
The Presidential Cabinet
Step Four: Read about Presidential Impeachment
Impeachment Process
Step Five: Turn in your answers to questions about the Executive Office
1. What does the Executive Office do for the United States ?
2. Can the President make laws?
3. Which branch of government enforces laws?
4. Who controls the United States military?
5. Why does the President have a Cabinet?
6. Does the Vice President work with the Supreme Court or with the Senate?
7. Who makes the least amount of money in the Executive Office?
8. Who can impeach the President?
9. How long can a President stay in office?
10. What is a veto?
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