What are implied powers? American Government Review

The video explores the concept of implied powers in the U.S. government, contrasting them with enumerated powers. It discusses the historical debate between Alexander Hamilton and Thomas Jefferson regarding the creation of a national bank, highlighting Hamilton's support for a flexible interpretation of the Constitution and Jefferson's preference for limited government. The video provides examples of implied powers, such as the establishment of the Environmental Protection Agency and federal education programs, and concludes with a discussion on federalism and the 10th Amendment.

What are implied powers in the context of the U.S. Constitution?

• Powers explicitly listed in the Constitution

• Powers assumed to be necessary to implement enumerated powers

• Powers reserved for state governments

• Powers that are unconstitutional

Which clause did Alexander Hamilton use to justify the creation of a national bank?

• The General Welfare Clause

• The Establishment Clause

• The Commerce Clause

• The Supremacy Clause

What was Thomas Jefferson's main argument against the national bank?

• It was already covered by state banks

• It was not necessary and proper

• It was too expensive

• It would lead to inflation

Who did George Washington ultimately side with regarding the national bank?

• Thomas Jefferson

• James Madison

• John Adams

• Alexander Hamilton

What was the significance of the McCulloch v Maryland case?

• It abolished the national bank

• It limited the power of the federal government

• It upheld the use of implied powers

• It declared the national bank unconstitutional

Which of the following is an example of implied powers?

• The right to free speech

• The establishment of the Environmental Protection Agency

• The power to declare war

• The right to bear arms

How does the 10th Amendment relate to implied powers?

• It has no relation to implied powers

• It restricts the use of implied powers

• It only applies to state governments

• It expands the scope of implied powers