Federalism

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What is the most effective strategy for getting a bus stop moved when it is located on a city street without a crosswalk, requiring students to cross a busy intersection? Options: petition the school board, speak to the bus driver, write letters to the U.S. President, file a grievance with the local courts.

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petition the school board

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Solution to the problem: "Classrooms are overcrowded. I expect you to take action!" Options: The mayor hosts a meeting to address the concerns, The Florida voters suggest legislation to address the issue, The city manager conducts building inspections, The U.S. Secretary of Education changes class size requirements.

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The Florida voters suggest legislation to address the issue.

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Concurrent powers

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The federal government shares powers with the state governments.

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Which power is delegated to the federal government?
Options: conducting elections, establishing courts, taxing citizens, coining money

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coining money

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Example of Reserved powers

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establishing and funding a system of public education

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What is the last step in amending the U.S. Constitution?

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Three-fourths of the state legislatures ratify the amendment.

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Based on the passage by Senator Obama, which statement about the amendment process would he most likely support? The U.S. Constitution is easy to amend., The ratification process allows the president to reflect public views., The U.S. Constitution is difficult to amend., The ratification process allows governors to reflect public views.

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The U.S. Constitution is difficult to amend.

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Which laws are passed by the Florida legislature?

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statutes

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How is the structure of Florida's government similar to the structure of the federal government?

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both have a legislative branch with two chambers

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Which of the following is a shared obligation of the federal, state, and local governments?

• coining money
• constructing roads and highways
• issuing passports
• making treaties with foreign nations

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constructing roads and highways