The Cabinet and Executive Departments

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Spot the fair part. Spot the unfair part.

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The Cabinet is a special group of advisors who help the President of the United States make important decisions. Each member of the Cabinet leads a specific executive department, such as education or health. These departments have different jobs that help run the country smoothly. For example, the Department of Education works to improve schools and help students learn better.

Key facts

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1The Cabinet includes 15 different executive departments.
2The Secretary of State is one of the most important Cabinet members.
3Cabinet members are chosen by the President and approved by the Senate.

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What is the main job of the Cabinet?

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Question 2 of 2

How many executive departments are in the Cabinet?

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