U.S. Constitutional Provisions and Limitations

The video covers lesson 9, focusing on the powers forbidden to Congress as outlined in Article 1, Sections 9 and 10 of the U.S. Constitution. It explains the writ of habeas corpus, prohibitions on certain laws, and regulations on commerce and taxation. The video also discusses the prohibition of titles of nobility in the U.S. and concludes with tasks for students to reflect on these topics.

What is the main focus of Section 9 and 10 of Article 1?

• Powers forbidden to Congress

• Powers of the Supreme Court

• Powers of the President

• Powers granted to Congress

What was the tax limit imposed on the importation of persons prior to 1808?

• $10 per person

• $15 per person

• $5 per person

• $20 per person

Under what conditions can the writ of habeas corpus be suspended?

• When Congress is not in session

• During a financial crisis

• In cases of rebellion or invasion

• During a presidential election

What does the writ of habeas corpus ensure?

• The right to a fair trial

• The right to vote

• The right to bear arms

• The right to free speech

What is prohibited by the clause against bills of attainder?

• Imposing export duties

• Granting titles of nobility

• Suspending habeas corpus

• Passing laws that apply retroactively

What is an ex post facto law?

• A law that grants titles of nobility

• A law that applies retroactively

• A law that applies to future actions

• A law that imposes taxes on exports

What is prohibited regarding export duties?

• Imposing duties on imports

• Imposing duties on interstate commerce

• Imposing duties on exports from any state

• Imposing duties on foreign goods

What is forbidden regarding titles of nobility in the United States?

• Granting titles of nobility to foreign citizens

• Granting titles of nobility to military personnel

• Granting titles of nobility to state officials

• Granting titles of nobility to U.S. citizens

What must officeholders in the U.S. avoid without Congress's consent?

• Holding dual citizenship

• Running for re-election

• Serving in the military

• Accepting gifts from foreign states

How are former U.S. presidents typically addressed?

• By their first name

• As 'sir'

• By their last name

• As 'former president'