Legislative Powers

Legislative Powers

Some of the legislative powers in the U.S. Constitution are directly expressed and others are implied, based on the "Necessary and Proper" clause. The WUSG News team will teach you about both powers during this episode. Click the player button to watch the episode.

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Legislative Checks on Power

One of the principles of American government is the concept of checks and balances. Congress has the ability to check the powers of the executive and judicial branches of government, ensuring neither one becomes too powerful. This episode will examine these legislative checks on power. Click the player button to begin.

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Legislative Powers Review

Now that you have studied the different powers of the legislative branch, it is time to review. The following review consists of a matching question and a multiple selection question about the legislative powers of American government. Follow the directions for each question and submit your answers by clicking SUBMIT. To begin the review, click the player button.