US Constitution - Powers and Limitations

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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?

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?

The people must vote
The State legislatures must vote
The President must resign
The Senate must convict the President (correct)

Which institution has the responsibility of confirming or rejecting presidential appointees and treaties?

The Senate (C) Signup and view all the answers

Those who favored a broad interpretation of the constitutional powers given to Congress were known as

Liberal constructionist (D) Signup and view all the answers

Congress is given investigatory powers in order to

Examine matters related to its lawmaking powers (D) Signup and view all the answers

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What are the explicit limitations on the commerce power?

The Constitution explicitly limits the power of Congress to regulate interstate commerce. This limitation prevents Congress from taxing goods exported from the United States, favoring one state's ports over another's, or requiring ships from one state to pay duties in another state.

What are expressed powers?

Expressed powers are those specifically listed in the Constitution. These include the power to raise an army and navy, punish tax evasion, and draft people into the military.

What happens after a president is impeached?

After the House of Representatives votes to impeach a president, the Senate must hold a trial to determine whether to convict the president and remove him from office.

What is the Senate's role in treaties and appointments?

The Senate is responsible for confirming or rejecting presidential appointments and treaties.

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Who are liberal constructionists?

Liberal constructionists believe in a broad interpretation of the Constitution, giving Congress substantial power to carry out its functions. They argue that the text should adapt to changing times.

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Why does Congress have investigatory powers?

Congress has the power to investigate matters related to its lawmaking powers. This includes examining issues that may affect the economy, national security, or public health.

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Study Notes

US Constitution - Powers and Limitations

Explicit Commerce Limitation: Prohibition of favoring one state's ports over another's and requiring vessels from one state to pay duties in another state. Taxation of exports is also a limitation.
Expressed Powers: Power to draft people into the armed forces and to raise an army and navy.
Impeachment Process: After the House impeaches a president, the Senate must convict the president to remove them from office.
Presidential Appointments and Treaties: The Senate has the responsibility of confirming or rejecting presidential appointees and treaties.
Broad Interpretation of Congressional Powers: Those who favored a broad interpretation are known as "Liberal Constructionists".
Congressional Investigatory Powers: Congress may investigate matters related to its lawmaking powers, examine presidential appointments and potentially bring charges against presidents or vice-presidents.

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This quiz covers the powers and limitations outlined in the US Constitution. Explore topics, including the impeachment process, congressional powers, and the responsibilities of the Senate. Test your knowledge on how these principles affect governance.