National Government: The Executive Branch
Session 8: Sample Assessment Items

Asterisk (*) indicates correct answer.

1.     Which Article of the United States Constitution pertains to the executive branch?
A.     Article I
B.     Article II*
C.     Article III
D.     Article IV

2.     What is the function of the executive branch?
A.     Make the laws
B.     Carry out the laws*
C.     Interpret the laws
D.     Adjust the laws

3.     What title is given to the individual who heads the executive branch?
A.     Speaker of the House
B.     President Pro Tempore
C.     President*
D.     Vice President

4.     Who is the second individual in line to head the executive branch?
A     Speaker of the House
B.     President Pro Tempore
C.     President
D.     Vice President*