US Government Chapter 12 Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What are expressed powers?

Powers that are implied but not directly stated

Powers that are voted on by Congress

Powers granted to the government found in Article I, Section 8 (correct)

Powers solely for warfare

What are delegated powers?

Powers specifically described and assigned in the US Constitution.

What are implied powers?

Authoritative actions not specifically granted to Congress but considered necessary.

What is the role of the commander in chief?

The head of state or officer in supreme command of a country's armed forces. Signup and view all the answers

Who is referred to as the head of state?

The chief public representative of a country, such as a president or monarch. Signup and view all the answers

What does the term head of government refer to?

The highest or second highest official in the executive branch of a state. Signup and view all the answers

What is the War Powers Act?

A federal law intended to check the president's power to commit armed conflict without Congress consent. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following are roles of the president?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What are the three categories of presidential power?

Constitutional powers, delegated powers, and inherent powers. Signup and view all the answers

What is an executive agreement?

An international agreement made by the executive branch without Senate ratification. Signup and view all the answers

What is executive privilege?

The privilege of withholding information in the public interest by the executive branch. Signup and view all the answers

What is a veto?

A constitutional right to reject a decision or proposal made by a law-making body. Signup and view all the answers

What is a pocket veto?

An indirect veto by retaining a bill unsigned until it is too late for it to be dealt with. Signup and view all the answers

What is legislative initiative?

The constitutionally defined power to propose a new law (bill). Signup and view all the answers

What is an executive order?

A rule or order issued by the president with the force of law. Signup and view all the answers

What is the White House?

The official residence and principal workplace of the President of the United States. Signup and view all the answers

What is the White House Office?

An entity within the Executive Office of the President of the United States. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Powers of Government

Expressed Powers: Found in Article I, Section 8 of the U.S. Constitution; include powers like coining money, regulating commerce, and declaring war.
Delegated Powers: Specifically assigned powers to the federal government in the Constitution.

Types of Powers

Implied Powers: Not specifically mentioned in the Constitution but necessary for carrying out government duties; e.g., raising an army.
Presidential Powers: Categorized into constitutional powers (explicitly granted), delegated powers (granted by Congress), and inherent powers (necessary for the president’s role).

Presidential Roles

Commander in Chief: The head of state responsible for national armed forces.
Head of State: The chief public representative of a country; can also be the head of government.
Head of Government: The highest official in the executive branch, often leading a cabinet.

Legislative Powers and Actions

War Powers Act (1973): Limits the president's ability to commit U.S. forces to armed conflict without Congress's consent.
Veto: Constitutional right of the president to reject legislation passed by Congress.
Pocket Veto: An indirect veto by not signing the bill until it’s too late for legislative action.

Executive Authority

Executive Agreement: An international agreement made by the executive branch that does not require Senate ratification.
Executive Privilege: The president's right to withhold information from Congress or the judiciary in the interests of national security.
Executive Order: A directive issued by the president with the force of law.

Legislative Process

Legislative Initiative: The power to propose new laws, typically attributed to legislative bodies.
Roles of the President: Include chief of state, chief executive, chief administrator, chief diplomat, commander in chief, chief legislator, party chief, and chief citizen.

The White House

White House Office: A part of the Executive Office of the President, serving as the principal workplace and residence of the U.S. president since 1800.
White House Staff: Supports the president's functions and decision-making processes.

Studying That Suits You

Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.

Description

This quiz covers key concepts from Chapter 12 related to expressed and delegated powers in the US government. You'll explore definitions and examples to deepen your understanding of these constitutional powers. Ideal for students looking to reinforce their knowledge of American government principles.