Workbook 7.1 Questions and Answers |
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What is the significance of the “Necessary and Proper Clause” in U.S. legislation?
The “Necessary and Proper Clause” allows Congress to pass laws that are necessary to carry
out its enumerated powers, providin...
What is the significance of the “Necessary and Proper Clause” in U.S. legislation?
✔✔ The “Necessary and Proper Clause” allows Congress to pass laws that are necessary to carry
out its enumerated powers, providing flexibility in legislative action.
How does the principle of “popular sovereignty” influence American government?
✔✔ “Popular sovereignty” means that the government’s power is derived from the consent of the
governed, ensuring that political authority comes from the people.
What role does the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) play in the executive branch?
✔✔ The OMB assists the President in preparing the federal budget and oversees its
implementation.
What is the function of the “Hopper” in the legislative process?
✔✔ The “Hopper” is a box in the House of Representatives where bills are placed to be
officially introduced.
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, How does the process of “gerrymandering” affect electoral districts?
✔✔ “Gerrymandering” involves drawing electoral district boundaries in a way that favors a
particular political party or group, impacting electoral fairness.
What are “executive agreements” and how do they differ from treaties?
✔✔ “Executive agreements” are international agreements made by the President without Senate
approval, unlike treaties which require Senate ratification.
How does the “Recess Appointment Power” function within the executive branch?
✔✔ The “Recess Appointment Power” allows the President to appoint officials to federal
positions while the Senate is in recess, bypassing the usual confirmation process.
What is the role of “precedent” in judicial decision-making?
✔✔ “Precedent” refers to past judicial decisions that guide current court rulings, ensuring
consistency in the application of the law.
How does the “Power of the Purse” affect legislative control?
✔✔ The “Power of the Purse” gives Congress the authority to allocate funds and control
government spending, influencing policy implementation.
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