Powers of the US Congress

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What are the two types of powers that the US Congress can exercise?

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Enumerated and implied powers

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Which article of the US Constitution outlines the powers of the US Congress?

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Article 1

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What is one of the enumerated powers of Congress?

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The power to raise taxes

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What is the Necessary and Proper Clause also known as?

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Elastic Clause

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In a school debate, Aria argues that Congress can technically make any law to promote a certain aspect. What aspect is she referring to?

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General welfare

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Which chamber of Congress has the exclusive power to initiate all legislation that will raise revenue or spend federal funds?

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House of Representatives

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In a school election, Sophia, Zoe, and Abigail are running for the position of vice president. If none of them receives the necessary number of votes, which chamber of the Student Congress has the power to choose the vice president?

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Senate

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What power does the Senate have in relation to treaties and presidential nominees?

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Power to approve treaties and confirm presidential nominees

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What is impeachment?

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Formal charge of misconduct while in office against a federal official

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During a school play at Mason's school, the students are enacting a scene of a presidential impeachment. Who would Sophia, playing the role of the overseer of the trial, represent?

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Chief Justice of the United States