Federalism

Front

Which topic is only addressed in the Florida Constitution? Options: Amendments, A Bill of Rights, Natural Resources, Branches of Government

Back

Natural Resources

Front

How does the length of term for a Florida senator compare to the length of term for a member of the U.S. Senate?

Back

Florida senators serve four years, compared to six years served by members of the U.S. Senate.

Front

Which role does the Florida Constitution require be filled by election that the U.S. Constitution requires be filled by appointment? Options: Chief of Staff, Chief Executive, Attorney General, District Representative

Back

Attorney General

Answer explanation

The Florida Constitution calls for the election of cabinet members. The Attorney General is a member of the cabinet.

Front

The Constitution limits the kind of laws that can be made by the federal government, and thereby grants the states the power to make all other necessary laws. Which word describes this type of power?

Back

Reserved

Front

Which power allows the federal government to regulate immigration?

Back

Delegated power

Front

How are delegated powers different from reserved power?

Back

Delegated powers are listed in the U.S. Constitution

Front

Read the following list of powers of government and answer the question below. -Borrow money -Establish courts -Build roads Which type of governmental power is described in the list?

Back

Concurrent

Answer explanation

All of these powers are shared by the federal government and the state governments

Front

Which function of government is a state responsibility?
Options: enforcing treaties, regulating immigration, providing veteran benefits, setting educational standards

Back

setting educational standards

Front

Which service is provided by local governments? postal service, interstate highways, issue drivers' licences, garbage removal/recycling

Back

garbage removal/recycling

Front

Which government service is a sole responsibility of local governments?

• building roads
• providing water
• establishing school laws
• registering motor vehicles

Back

providing water