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| 1. | The heads of each of the major departments in the executive branch are a part of the president's ____. |
| 2. | This department deals with issues that relate to the distribution of electricity, gas, and other forms of fuel. |
| 3. | This bureau is a part of the Treasury Department and is responsible for collecting federal taxes and for enforcing federal tax laws. |
| 4. | This department has the responsibility of protecting the country's natural resources. |
| 5. | Cabinet office that advises the president on financial matters. One of this Cabinet's basic functions is to print money! |
| 6. | Concerned with basic human issues, the Department of ____ and Human Servicesprovides many services in the fields of health care and social services. |
| 7. | This department enforces and also investigates violations of federal laws. |
| 8. | The mission of this department is to promote domestic and foreign trade. They may assist companies trying to sell their products in foreign markets. |
| 9. | The ____ must approve all Cabinet members. |
| 10. | This department oversees food production and distribution, including the safe movement of food to supermarkets. They also provide education, research, and assistance to farmers. |
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| 11. | The Department of Veterans ____ provides benefits to veterans and their eligible dependents. |
| 12. | The Cabinet members are appointed by the ____. |
| 13. | Headquarters at the Pentagon, this department directs and controls the armed forces of the United States. |
| 14. | The Department of ____ Security tries to prevent and respond to all forms of attack inside the United States. |
| 15. | This department provides programs, research, and information to help improve schools. |
| 16. | This department protects the rights of workers. |
| 17. | This department's main role is to help with foreign policy. |
| 18. | The Department of Housing and ____ Development helps with issues that deal with the building and financing of homes. |
| 19. | The title of the person who heads the Justice Department. (2 words - include space in puzzle) |
| 20. | This department tries to ensure that the United States has reliable and safe forms of transportation. One division in this department is the FAA, which regulates air traffic. |
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