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Powers of Congress Worksheet

An 8th-grade social studies worksheet covering the powers of the U.S. Congress, including expressed, implied, and inherent powers.

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SS.8.C.3.1SS.8.C.3.2CongressCivicsGovernmentPowersLegislative Branch
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Powers of Congress

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U.S. Capitol Building

1. Which of the following is an expressed power of Congress?

a

Establishing public schools

b

Coining money

c

Creating a national bank

d

Regulating intrastate commerce

2. The Elastic Clause (Necessary and Proper Clause) grants Congress which type of power?

a

Expressed

b

Implied

c

Inherent

d

Reserved

3. The power to declare war is an example of a(n)   power of Congress.

4. Congress has the power to regulate   commerce, which means trade between states.

5. Only the House of Representatives can introduce revenue bills.

T

True

F

False

6. Implied powers are specifically listed in the U.S. Constitution.

T

True

F

False

7. Explain the difference between expressed and implied powers of Congress. Provide an example of each.