Powers of Congress Flashcard Review

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Iran attacks the United States. War is declared on Iran. Which congressional power is involved?

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foreign relations and war powers

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Bill Smith is a Federal Judge. He accepts a bribe from a company so that he'll decide a case in their favor. Corruption charges are brought against the judge. Which congressional power is involved?

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non-legislative powers

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Congress decides to limit the number of immigrants allowed in the United States. Which congressional power is involved?

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citizenship and domestic powers

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Which Congressional power is involved when Congress rejects a Supreme Court Justice appointment?

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non-legislative powers

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Congress requires all children who have American parents but are born overseas to pass a citizenship test. Which congressional power is involved?

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citizenship and domestic powers

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Mike Pence resigns as Donald Trump's Vice President. A new Vice President has to be selected and approved. Which congressional power was involved?

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non-legislative powers

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World War III breaks out. Several countries are at war with each other. The United States has decided to enter the War. Congress chooses to reinstate the military draft for men and women between the ages of 18 and 25. Which congressional power is involved?

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foreign relations and war powers

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Congress requires that all fresh foods shipped between states have quality checks to make sure they are safe to eat. Which congressional power is involved?

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citizenship and domestic powers

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Congress decides to raise taxes by 20% because of a growing deficit. Which congressional power is involved?

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economic power

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Congress decides to create stronger bankruptcy laws. Which congressional power is involved?

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economic power