Which of the following is a function of the executive branch?
A. writing legislation
B. administering the law
C. challenging legislation in court
D. repealing the law

Which of the following reasons best explains why Congress enacted the War Powers Resolution in 1973?
A. to grant the president unrestricted authority to send troops abroad
B. to allow the president unlimited war powers
C. to require Congress to authorize funding for the military
D. to limit the president's ability to commit troops to an undeclared war

How do executive agreements differ from treaties?
A. The Senate ratifies treaties that were executive agreements from the previous administration.
B. A treaty requires approval by the Senate; an executive agreement does not.
C. Executive agreements are valid across administrations; treaties are not.
D. The president negotiates treaties. The Senate makes executive agreements.

How are the president's executive powers of clemency an example of checks and balances?
A. Clemency can overturn federal court decisions.
B. Clemency can employ Congress to stop the federal courts.
C. Clemency can influence the way the federal courts will rule on a case.
D. Clemency can prevent the courts from making improper laws.