Powers of Congress Worksheet
Explore the legislative branch of the U.S. government with this worksheet on the powers and responsibilities of Congress, suitable for 7th-grade social studies.
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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 of the powers and responsibilities of the U.S. Congress.
1. Which branch of the U.S. government is responsible for making laws?
Executive Branch
Judicial Branch
Legislative Branch
State Government
2. The U.S. Congress is made up of two chambers: the House of Representatives and the .
Supreme Court
Senate
Cabinet
White House
3. The power to declare war belongs exclusively to .
4. Impeachment proceedings against a federal official begin in the .
5. Only the House of Representatives can introduce bills that deal with revenue (money) issues.
True
False
6. The President can veto a bill passed by Congress, but Congress can override the veto with a two-thirds vote in both houses.
True
False
7. What is one expressed power of Congress listed in the U.S. Constitution?
8. Explain the concept of 'checks and balances' as it relates to the powers of Congress and the President.
The image above shows the U.S. Capitol Building, where the U.S. Congress meets.
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