Question

One of the many powers given to Congress by the U.S. Constitution is the power to
A. lay and collect taxes.
B. nominate federal judges.
C. pardon criminals for federal crimes.
D. appoint heads of executive departments.


One of the top functions of the U.S. Cabinet is
A. running specialized departments
B. appointing judges to circuit courts
C. selecting ambassadors to foreign countries
D. creating congressional committees when necessary

Answer 1

One of the many powers given to Congress by the U.S. Constitution is the power to
A.Lay and collect taxes

"The Congress shall have Power To lay and collect Taxes, Duties, Imposts and Excises, to pay the Debts and provide for the common Defence and general Welfare of the United States; but all Duties, Imposts and Excises shall be uniform throughout the United States; "