Federalism, Court Cases, and the Amendments

Which of the following constitutional principles establishes that the national government shares power with state governments, limiting its authority? (TEKS 8D)

• Federalism

• Popular Sovereignty

• Judicial Review

• Separation of Powers

Which level of government in the United States is responsible for coining money, regulating commerce with foreign nations, and declaring war? (TEKS 8B)

• Local

• State

• National

• Shared by National and State

Which of the following powers is typically shared between the national and state governments of the United States? (TEKS 8B)

• Conducting Foreign affairs

• Enforcing traffic laws

• Regulating interstate commerce

• Running public schools

Which amendment to the U.S. Constitution explicitly limits the federal government's power by reserving certain rights to the states or the people? (TEKS 8D)

• First Amendment

• Fifth Amendment

• Third Amendment

• Tenth Amendment

Which of the following clauses in the 14th Amendment is often cited in cases related to civil rights and equal protection? (TEKS 12F)

• The Due Process Clause

• The Establishment Clause

• The Commerce Clause

• The Free Exercise Clause

In the case of Engel v. Vitale (1962), the Supreme Court ruled that ______________ in public schools violated the 1st Amendment. (TEKS 12E)

• Bible studies

• Mandatory prayer

• Daily announcements

• Pledge of Allegiance

Texas v. Johnson is significant because it reaffirmed the principle that: (TEKS 12E)

• Burning the flag is always a criminal offense.

• Speech that offends others can be restricted

• Symbolic speech is protected under the First Amendment

• School can regulate student speech without limitation