Topic 6 Assessment: The Executive Branch at Work

Analyze the structure and function of the modern Executive Office of the President (EOP) and how it reflects the growth of presidential power. *Consider the following questions: How has the EOP staff changed since the time of the nation's first Presidents? What is the relationship of the White House Office to the Executive Office of the President? What functions does the White House staff perform? How do these functions enhance presidential power? Explain Government Regulatory Policies Write a paragraph explaining how regulation impacts the economy. Consider the following questions: What is the function of regulatory commissions concerning the economy at the state and national levels? What are some criticisms of regulatory commissions concerning the economy? Are regulatory commissions necessary? Explain. Explain the major responsibilities of the Director of National Intelligence and his or her importance to national defense. Consider the following questions: Why was the Office of the Director of National Intelligence established? What is the role of the Director of National Intelligence (DNI)? How do all of the agencies in the DNI work together to provide national defense? Please click the print icon in the lower right-hand corner of the crossword and create a PDF of your completed crossword puzzle. Then share with me via email. (Or take a picture of it and attach it to an email to me.