Implied power

The Necessary and Proper Clause is also known as the Elastic Clause?

• True
• False

Although implied powers are not written specifically in the Constitution, Congress must attach it to a power already expressed.

• True
• False

Why is it important for the constitution to include the necessary and proper clause giving the government more power?   

• to become a dictatorship
• to adapt with times
• to oppress everyone but white land owners 
• so people will revolt

Many laws created today stem from the necessary and proper clause.

• False
• True

What are implied powers?

• Powers specifically listed in the constitution.
• Powers not listed in the Constitution.

Which of these is an implied power of Congress?

• to set a minimum wage
• to govern Washington D.C
• to grant copyrights and patents

True or False: Congress has the implied power to establish a federal reserve system of banks.

• False
• True

Which of these can Congress do using its implied powers?

• Regulate commerce
• Establish post-offices 
• Limit and regulate immigration
• Borrow money $$$

Which of following are implied powers?

• prohibit mail fraud
• regulate banks
• ban discrimination in work places 
• all of the above

Which of these are not implied powers?

• lay and collect taxes
• punish tax evaders
• draft Americans into the military 
• all of the above