Question

Which of these is a true statement about the limits placed on Congress? Select all that apply. (2 points)
The Bill of Rights gives Congress power to tax citizens.
Federalism places limits on Congress by reserving certain powers to the courts.
The Constitution limits Congress from passing certain kinds of laws.
Separation of powers divides the national government into different branches.
Congress cannot override a veto by the president,

Answer 1

Which of these is a true statement about the limits placed on Congress? Select all that apply. (2 points)
The Bill of Rights gives Congress power to tax citizens.
Federalism places limits on Congress by reserving certain powers to the courts.
The Constitution limits Congress from passing certain kinds of laws.
Separation of powers divides the national government into different branches.
Congress cannot override a veto by the president,
choose the best 2 answers

Answer 2

The following statements are true about the limits placed on Congress:

1. **The Constitution limits Congress from passing certain kinds of laws.**
2. **Separation of powers divides the national government into different branches.**

The other statements are false:

- The Bill of Rights does not give Congress the power to tax citizens; rather, it limits certain actions of Congress.
- Federalism does place limits on Congress, but it reserves certain powers to the states, not the courts.
- Congress can override a presidential veto with a two-thirds vote in both houses.

Answer 3

The best two true statements about the limits placed on Congress are:

1. **The Constitution limits Congress from passing certain kinds of laws.**
2. **Separation of powers divides the national government into different branches.**

These statements correctly reflect the limitations on Congress within the framework of the U.S. government.