Multiple Select. The Senate has several powers assigned exclusively to it. Which THREE of the following are powers of the Senate? (3 points)

Question

O elect the President in the event
of an Electoral College tie
confirm Presidential appointments
try cases of the impeachment of federal officials
• initiate revenue bills
O impeach federal officials
O ratify treaties

Answer 1

The three powers assigned exclusively to the Senate are:

1. Confirm Presidential appointments
2. Try cases of the impeachment of federal officials
3. Ratify treaties

So, the correct selections are:

• Confirm Presidential appointments
• Try cases of the impeachment of federal officials
• Ratify treaties

The other options either pertain to the House of Representatives or are not exclusive to the Senate.