Legislative Branch Vocab

What are expressed/delegated powers?

• Powers that are not specifically listed in the Constitution

• Powers specifically granted to the federal government by the Constitution

• Powers reserved for the states

• Powers shared by both the federal and state governments

Which term refers to powers that are not explicitly stated in the Constitution but are necessary for the government to carry out its duties?

• Expressed Powers

• Delegated Powers

• Implied Powers

• Concurrent Powers

What is a filibuster?

• A formal accusation of wrongdoing against a public official

• A prolonged speech that obstructs progress in a legislative assembly

• A group that seeks to influence public policy

• A bill that has been passed by both houses of Congress

What does it mean to impeach a public official?

• To elect them to a higher office

• To formally accuse them of wrongdoing

• To remove them from office

• To appoint them to a committee

What is a bill in the context of government?

• A law that has been enacted

• A proposed law presented to a legislative body for consideration

• A formal agreement between two countries

• A tax imposed by the government

What is an interest group?

• A group of people who share common goals and actively try to influence policymakers

• A committee within the legislative branch

• A group of elected officials

• A political party

What is lobbying?

• The act of voting in an election

• The act of attempting to influence decisions made by officials in the government

• The process of creating a new law

• The act of running for public office

What is the role of an incumbent in an election?

• A candidate who is running for office for the first time

• A candidate who is currently holding the office and seeking re-election

• A candidate who has lost a previous election

• A candidate who is not affiliated with any political party

Which of the following is an example of an expressed power?

• The power to regulate commerce

• The power to establish post offices

• The power to declare war

• All of the above

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of implied powers?

• They are explicitly stated in the Constitution

• They are necessary for carrying out expressed powers

• They are derived from the Necessary and Proper Clause

• They allow the government to adapt to changing needs