American Government CLEP Prep Practice Exam

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Which of the following is a power specifically granted to the United States Congress?

Negotiating treaties.
Pardoning individuals.
Declaring war.
Appointing federal judges.

The correct answer is: Declaring war.

Congress is given the sole power to declare war according to the United States Constitution. This means that only Congress has the authority to initiate military action and engage the country in armed conflict. Negotiating treaties, pardoning individuals, and appointing federal judges are powers reserved for the executive branch. While the President may negotiate treaties, it must then be approved by the Senate. Pardoning individuals is typically done by the President, except in cases of impeachment. And appointing federal judges, while a power granted to the President, is subject to confirmation from the Senate. Therefore, C is the only option that is a specific power granted to Congress, making it the correct answer.