Federalism Quiz

What is federalism?

• the local government working by itself

• the state government working by itself

• the federal government working by itself

• Federal, state and local governments

  working together

What is the division of powers in federalism?

• Complete separation of powers between the central government and the state governments.

• Distribution of powers between the central government and the state governments.

• Concentration of powers in the central government.

• Equal distribution of powers among all levels of government.

What is the Supremacy Clause in federalism?

• The Supremacy Clause establishes the authority of state law over federal law.

• The Supremacy Clause only applies to criminal law.

• The Supremacy Clause is not a part of federalism.

• The Supremacy Clause establishes the authority of federal law over state law.

What does the 10th Amendment state?

• The 10th Amendment states that powers not delegated to the states are reserved for the federal government.

• The 10th Amendment states that powers not delegated to the federal government are reserved for the tribal governments.

• The 10th Amendment states that powers not delegated to the federal government are reserved for the states or the people.

• The 10th Amendment states that powers not delegated to the federal government are reserved for the local government.

Which level of government is responsible for issuing driver's licenses?

• City government

• State government

• Local government

• Federal government

Which level of government has the power to regulate interstate commerce?

• International organizations

• Local government

• Federal government

• State government

Which level of government has the power to establish post offices?

• International government

• Local government

• Federal government

• State government

Which level of government has the power to coin money?

• State government

• Local government

• International organizations

• Federal government

Which level of government has the power to declare war?

• State government

• Local government

• Federal government

• International organizations

Which level of government is responsible for maintaining local parks and recreation centers?

• Federal government

• State government

• Local government

• International organizations