Powers of Congress Worksheet
Explore the legislative powers granted to the U.S. Congress by the Constitution with this engaging worksheet for 6th graders.
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Powers of Congress
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. This worksheet will test your knowledge about the powers of the United States Congress.
1. Which branch of the U.S. government is responsible for making laws?
Executive Branch
Judicial Branch
Legislative Branch
State Governments
2. The U.S. Congress is made up of two houses. What are they called?
House of Representatives and the Cabinet
Senate and the Supreme Court
House of Representatives and the Senate
President and Vice President
3. The power to declare war belongs to .
4. Congress has the power to collect to pay for government services.
5. A bill must be approved by both the House of Representatives and the before it can become a law.
6. Only the President can introduce a bill to become a law.
True
False
7. Congress has the power to coin money.
True
False
8. What is one specific power granted to Congress by the U.S. Constitution?
The U.S. Capitol Building is where the United States Congress meets to make laws. It is a symbol of American democracy.
9. In your own words, explain why the U.S. Capitol Building is an important place.