National Government: The Legislative Branch
Session 3: Powers of Congress

Materials

• Copy of the Constitution of Virginia

Instructional Activities

1. Instruct students to identify, in their own words, the powers granted to the United States Congress in Article I of the United States Constitution.
   
2. Conduct a discussion of the information students have identified. Ensure the students identify the following expressed powers granted to Congress:
   •    Levy taxes
   •    Borrow money
   •    Regulate commerce
   •    Coin money
   
   
3. Assign a teacher-selected reading, worksheet, or other reinforcement activity using available teacher resources.