In general, the Executive branch is defined by which Article in the U.S. Constitution?

• A. Article I
• B. Article II
• C. Article III
• D. Article IV

Answer: (B)

The key idea here is where the Constitution assigns the power and responsibilities of the executive branch. The Constitution splits power among three branches, and the one that sets up the presidency and its powers is Article II. It begins by vesting the executive power in a President, outlines the four-year term (with the Electoral College process), and then details the President’s roles and authorities—being Commander in Chief, making treaties (with Senate consent), appointing officers and judges (also with Senate consent), and carrying out the duties of the office. It also covers impeachment and removal. The other articles establish the other branches: Article I for the Legislative branch and Article III for the Judicial branch, with Article IV addressing state relations. So, Article II is the part of the Constitution that defines the Executive branch.