Subjects /U.S. Government & Politics /Assignments /

Congressional Powers

Question 1

Short answer

How do the enumerated and implied powers in the Constitution enable Congress to play a crucial role in shaping the public policy process?

U.S. Government & Politics

12th grade

Unit

Unit 2: Interactions Among Branches of Government

Topic

2.1 Congress: The Senate and the House of Representatives

Format

Short answer

Short answer rubric

Powers of Congress

· Correct answers must mention or discuss at least one enumerated power such as passing a federal budget, raising revenue by laying and collecting taxes, borrowing money, coining money, declaring war, providing funds for armed forces, determining the process for naturalization, regulating interstate commerce, or creating federal courts and their jurisdictions.
· Correct answers must discuss how the enumerated powers allow Congress to make critical decisions related to government funding, monetary policy, and national defense, and their implications for public policy.
· Correct answers must mention or discuss at least one implied power such as enacting legislation under the authority of the necessary and proper clause or conducting oversight of the executive branch, including federal agencies in the bureaucracy.
· Correct answers must discuss how the implied powers enable Congress to respond to new policy concerns as they arise, ensuring that the government remains relevant and effective in addressing the ever-changing needs of the American people.

AI tutor

Yes

AI context

—

Maximum attempts

Time limit

—

Enabled settings

Creator

Kristopher Daniels

Teach with AI superpowers

Why teachers love Class Companion

Import assignments to get started in no time.

Create your own rubric to customize the AI feedback to your liking.

Overrule the AI feedback if a student disputes.

Congressional Powers

Question 1

Teach with AI superpowers

Other U.S. Government & Politics Assignments