Executive Branch

Executive Branch Study Guide

1. Presidential role in legislation

2. 12 th Amendment

3. 25 th Amendment

4. 22 nd Amendment

5. Steps of the Electoral College

6. Why did the Framers of the Constitution include the Electoral College

7. 8 Roles of the President

8. Executive Privilege

9. Senate must approve all Presidential appointments and treaties

10. Checks and Balances related to the Executive Branch (vetoes, appointments, impeachment,

executive orders, etc.)

11. Line of succession for the Presidency (first 4)

12. State of the Union Address (Who does it? Purpose? )

13. Purpose of the Cabinet

14. Qualifications to become President

15. Judicial Roles of the President (amnesty, pardon)

16. Legislative Roles of the President (executive orders, suggesting legislation)

17. Constitution Duties of the Vice President