Congress and Lawmaking in the United States
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Who has the authority to convict and remove an elected official from office after being impeached by the House?

  • The President
  • The Senate (correct)
  • The Supreme Court
  • The House of Representatives

    • What is an important constitutional difference between the House of Representatives and the Senate?

  • The Senate tries impeachment officials (correct)
  • The Senate initiates all revenue bills
  • The House approves treaties
  • The House initiates all presidential appointments

    • What is the purpose of the elastic, or implied powers, clause in Congress?

  • To limit the powers of Congress
  • To restrict the passing of laws
  • To authorize the President to make laws
  • To delegate authority to Congress to pass necessary and proper laws (correct)

    • What is the responsibility of Congress in relation to the annual budget?

    <p>Congress reviews and restricts the annual budget prepared by the executive branch</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who approves treaties between the United States and other countries?

    <p>The Senate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Congress ensure oversight of the budget for government programs?

    <p>It sets the actual amount available for each program in a fiscal year</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which chamber of Congress has the authority to initiate impeachment procedures and pass articles of impeachment?

    <p>The House of Representatives</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key function of the authorization bill passed by Congress for a government program?

    <p>To state the maximum amount of money available for the program</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Congress investigate regarding public officials?

    <p>Issues that warrant study</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Congress ensure oversight of the budget's appropriations?

    <p>It sets the actual amount available for each program in a fiscal year</p> Signup and view all the answers

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