Unit 5: Federal & State Govt

Front

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

Back

coining money

Front

According to the 10th Amendment, which statement describes reserved powers? Options: Powers delegated to state governments are listed in the Constitution. Powers delegated to the federal government are listed in the Constitution. Powers delegated to the federal government are shared with the state governments. Powers not delegated to the federal government are reserved for the state government.

Back

Powers not delegated to the federal government are reserved for the state government.

Front

Which is the last step in the Amendment Process of the U.S. Constitution?

Back

Three-fourths of the state legislatures ratify the amendment.

Front

Which statement accurately contrasts the process of amending the Florida and U.S. constitutions? Options: The Florida Constitution process involves elected officials, while the U.S. Constitution does not. The U.S. Constitution can be altered through a convention process, but the Florida Constitution cannot. The Florida Constitution process allows for direct citizen involvement, while the U.S. Constitution does not. The U.S. Constitution can be evaluated by a commission every 20 years, but the Florida Constitution cannot.

Back

The Florida Constitution process allows for direct citizen involvement, while the U.S. Constitution does not.

Front

This diagram shows some of the responsibilities of local government. Which word correctly completes the diagram? Minting coins, Fire protection, Postal services, Teacher certificates

Back

Fire protection

Front

What is the purpose of a constitution?

Back

Providing a framework for government

Front

Why did the framers add Article V to the Constitution?

Back

to increase the ability of the federal government to handle future challenges

Front

How does the Supremacy Clause impact federalism?

Back

National laws would have more power than state laws, causing limits to state power.

Front

Which level of government is primarily responsible for addressing and fixing public safety issues like potholes? Options: Local Government, State Government, Federal Government, Regional Government

Back

Local Government

Front

According to Article VI, Clause 2 of the U.S. Constitution, how does this clause affect Florida’s government?

Back

Florida may not pass laws that go against the U.S. Constitution.