Quiz #7 - Constitutional Powers

Which of the following best describes "expressed powers" of Congress?

• Powers that are suggested but not directly stated in the Constitution

• Powers that are specifically listed in the Constitution

• Powers that belong to the states only

• Powers that are given to the President

What is the main purpose of the Necessary and Proper Clause in the U.S. Constitution?

• To limit the powers of Congress

• To allow Congress to make laws needed to carry out its expressed powers

• To give the President more authority

• To define the powers of the Supreme Court

Which of the following is an example of a nonlegislative power of Congress?

• Passing tax laws

• Declaring war

• Confirming presidential appointments

• Regulating interstate commerce

The Commerce Power allows Congress to regulate which of the following?

• Trade between states and with foreign nations

• State elections

• Local school policies

• The appointment of federal judges

Which power allows Congress to approve treaties made by the President?

• The amendment power

• The ratification power

• The removal power

• The confirmation power

What is the primary function of the Taxing and Spending Power of Congress?

• To appoint federal judges

• To collect revenue and allocate funds for government programs

• To declare war

• To confirm presidential appointments

Which of the following best defines a "patent" as it relates to Congressional powers?

• A law passed by Congress

• An exclusive right granted to inventors for their inventions

• A type of tax

• A power to remove officials

How does the amendment power of Congress impact the Constitution?

• It allows Congress to interpret the Constitution

• It allows Congress to propose changes to the Constitution

• It allows Congress to enforce laws

• It allows Congress to appoint Supreme Court justices

Which of the following scenarios best illustrates the use of implied powers by Congress?

• Declaring war on another country

• Establishing a national bank to regulate currency

• Approving a Supreme Court nominee

• Collecting taxes

A President appoints a new Secretary of State. What Congressional power is involved in approving this appointment?

• The removal power

• The confirmation power

• The ratification power

• The amendment power