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Which of the following is an explicit limitation placed by the Constitution on the use of the commerce power?
Which of the following is an explicit limitation placed by the Constitution on the use of the commerce power?
- Taxation of exports
- Prohibition of favoring one state's ports over another's
- Prohibition of requiring vessels from one State to pay duties in another State
- All of the above (correct)
Which of the following is an expressed power?
Which of the following is an expressed power?
- Power to draft people into the armed forces
- Power to raise an army and navy
- Power to punish someone for not paying their taxes
- All of the above (correct)
After the House has impeached a President, what must happen next in order to remove that President from office?
After the House has impeached a President, what must happen next in order to remove that President from office?
- The President must resign
- The people must vote
- The Senate must convict the President (correct)
- The State legislatures must vote
Which institution has the responsibility of confirming or rejecting presidential appointees and treaties?
Which institution has the responsibility of confirming or rejecting presidential appointees and treaties?
Those who favored a broad interpretation of the constitutional powers given to Congress were known as
Those who favored a broad interpretation of the constitutional powers given to Congress were known as
Congress is given investigatory powers in order to
Congress is given investigatory powers in order to
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What is an explicit limitation on the commerce power?
What is an explicit limitation on the commerce power?
The Constitution explicitly limits Congress' power to tax exports.
What are examples of expressed powers?
What are examples of expressed powers?
The power to raise an army, navy, and draft people for military service are all direct powers granted to Congress.
What happens after the House impeaches a President?
What happens after the House impeaches a President?
The Senate must convict the President through a trial following impeachment by the House of Representatives.
What institution confirms or rejects presidential appointees?
What institution confirms or rejects presidential appointees?
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Who favors a broad interpretation of congressional powers?
Who favors a broad interpretation of congressional powers?
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Why does Congress have investigatory powers?
Why does Congress have investigatory powers?
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What does the Constitution prohibit regarding taxation?
What does the Constitution prohibit regarding taxation?
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What does the Constitution prohibit regarding state ports?
What does the Constitution prohibit regarding state ports?
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What does the Constitution prohibit regarding duties on ships?
What does the Constitution prohibit regarding duties on ships?
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What is the power to raise an army and navy?
What is the power to raise an army and navy?
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What is the power to punish tax evaders?
What is the power to punish tax evaders?
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Who are anti-federalists?
Who are anti-federalists?
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Who are strict constructionists?
Who are strict constructionists?
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What is an example of an expressed power?
What is an example of an expressed power?
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What does investigatory power allow Congress to do?
What does investigatory power allow Congress to do?
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What is an explicit limitation on Congressional power?
What is an explicit limitation on Congressional power?
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How does Congress enforce financial laws?
How does Congress enforce financial laws?
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Who believes in a broad interpretation of the Constitution?
Who believes in a broad interpretation of the Constitution?
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What is the role of the Senate in the impeachment process?
What is the role of the Senate in the impeachment process?
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What is an example of an explicit limitation on the commerce power?
What is an example of an explicit limitation on the commerce power?
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Study Notes
Constitutional Limitations on Commerce Power
- Taxation of exports is explicitly limited by the Constitution.
- Favoring one state's ports over another is prohibited.
- Requiring vessels from one state to pay duties in another state is restricted.
Expressed Powers
- The power to draft people into the armed forces is an expressed power.
- The power to raise an army and navy is an expressed power.
Impeachment Process
- After the House impeaches a president, the Senate must convict the president for removal from office.
Confirmation of Presidential Appointments and Treaties
- The Senate is responsible for confirming and rejecting presidential appointments and treaties.
Broad Interpretation of Congressional Powers
- Those who favored a broad interpretation of congressional powers were known as Liberal constructionists.
Congressional Investigatory Powers
- Congress's investigatory powers are used to examine matters related to its lawmaking powers.
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Test your knowledge on the constitutional limitations and powers related to commerce, impeachment, and congressional authority. This quiz covers key concepts regarding the expressed powers of Congress, the impeachment process, and the role of the Senate in appointments and treaties.
