Powers of the Federal Government

The video explains the division of powers between state and federal governments, highlighting four major federal powers: Enumerated, Implied, Inherent, and Prohibited. Enumerated powers are explicitly stated in the Constitution, such as coining money and collecting taxes. Implied powers, like the military draft, are derived from expressed powers. Inherent powers are those the national government exercises by virtue of being a government, such as acquiring new territories. Prohibited powers are those denied to the federal government, like passing laws for arrest without cause. Concurrent powers are shared with state governments, including taxing and establishing courts. The federal system balances power, preventing any one entity from becoming too powerful, contributing to the nation's prosperity.

Which of the following is an example of an Enumerated power?

• Regulating local businesses

• Issuing driver's licenses

• Coining money

• Establishing public schools

What is the basis for Implied powers in the U.S. Constitution?

• The Supremacy Clause

• The Preamble

• The Elastic Clause

• The Bill of Rights

Which power allows the national government to acquire new territories?

• Enumerated power

• Prohibited power

• Implied power

• Inherent power

What is a Prohibited power of the federal government?

• Regulating interstate commerce

• Declaring war

• Passing laws that allow arrest without cause

• Establishing post offices

Which of the following is a Concurrent power shared by federal and state governments?

• Issuing passports

• Regulating foreign trade

• Collecting taxes

• Declaring war