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The Senate

Question 3 • (2026-2027) Riggin -- American Government 2nd Nine Weeks (1st Semester) BLDG

Which of the following are exclusive powers of the Senate? Check all that apply.Confirming executive appointmentsHolding impeachment trialsOriginating bills that raise revenueAppointing Supreme Court justicesApproving international treaties

Answer
A
Confirming executive appointments
B
Holding impeachment trials
C
Originating bills that raise revenue
D
Appointing Supreme Court justices
E
Approving international treaties

Explanation

The Senate has the exclusive power to confirm executive appointments, hold trials after the House impeaches an official, and approve treaties with a two-thirds vote. Revenue bills must originate in the House, and Supreme Court justices are nominated by the president rather than appointed by the Senate alone.

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