Federalism # 2

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Which amendment states: "Any power not given to the federal government is reserved to the state governments"?

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10th Amendment

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What is another name for "state powers"?

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Reserved Powers

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Which of the following would be an example of ONLY a delegated/expressed power? Borrowing money, Regulating interstate trade, Creating a public school system, Regulating clean drinking water

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Regulating interstate trade

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Which of the following would be an example of a reserved power? Public schools, Coining money, Making treaties, Declaring war

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Public schools

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What part of the Constitution keeps state laws from going against federal laws?

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Supremacy clause

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What is the best definition of "federalism"?

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A government that has different levels that share powers and responsibilities.

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Which of the following would be an example of a local government power or responsibility? Delivering mail, Granting teacher certifications, Minting/Coining quarters, Establishing a fire department

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Establishing a fire department

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What is the definition of the term "concurrent powers"?

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Powers shared between the national and state governments

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Why is the Florida Constitution longer and more specific than the U.S. Constitution?

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It addresses specific issues in Florida and has a greater impact on the daily lives of citizens.

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Which of the following is a difference between the U.S. Constitution and the Florida Constitution? Options: Florida Constitution does not list rights of individuals, Only the U.S. Constitution allows for the executive to create a cabinet (advisors), The Florida Constitution has 5 ways to be amended, whereas the U.S. Constitution only has 2, The Florida Constitution allows the governor to command military troops

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The Florida Constitution has 5 ways to be amended, whereas the U.S. Constitution only has 2