Federalism

What is an example of a reserved power?

• the power to collect taxes
• the power to establish post offices
• the power to educate young citizens
• the power to declare war on foreign enemies.

What is an example of a concurrent power?

• the power to borrow money
• the power to regulate interstate commerce
• the power to set admission requirements for state universities
• the power to make naturalization rules for immigrants. 

How does the process for amending the Constitution of Florida compare to that of amending the U.S. Constitution?

• It is more difficult to amend the Florida Constitution than the U.S. Constitution.
• It is more difficult to amend the U.S. Constitution than the Florida Constitution
• The Florida Constitution and the U.S. Constitution follow the same procedures for amendment.
• The U.S. Constitution requires two steps for amendment, while the Florida Constitution is amended in a single step. 

Which obligation is owed by state governments to their citizens?

• making local zoning ordinances
• defending the nation against foreign attack
• negotiating trade agreements with foreign nations
• regulating the activities of professionals such as doctors and lawyers. 

Which is an obligation owed by local governments to their citizens?

• The operation of public school districts.
• The establishment of statewide curricular requirements.
• The provision of professional certification requirements for teachers.
• the setting of national economic policies to promote full employment 

The table identifies services provided by different levels of government. 
Which completes the diagram?

• Enforces local building codes
• Operates police and fire departments
• Conducts diplomacy with foreign leaders
• Establishes high school graduation requirements

Use the Chart to answer the question. 
Which governments provide garbage collection services to homes and business?

• I only
• I and II
• III only
• I, II, and II

Use the Chart to answer the question. 
Which levels of government establish and implement educational requirements for minors?

• I only
• I and II
• II and III
• I, II, and II

Which statement identifies a basic similarity between the U.S. and Florida Constitutions? 

• Both have a preamble, articles and amendments.
• Both prohibit the collection of personal income taxes.
• Both provide details on the qualifications for voting in elections.
• Both have detailed provisions on public education and local government. 

Which document does the Florida Declaration of Rights most closely resemble?

• Magna Carta
• The Bill of Rights
• The U.S. Constitution
• The Declaration of Independence