Federalism: State and National Governments Quiz

What is the relationship between state and national governments?

• They have separate powers and responsibilities

• They have the same powers and responsibilities

• They have no relationship

• They have overlapping powers and responsibilities

Which level of government has the power to make and enforce laws for the entire country?

• Municipal government

• Local government

• Federal government

• State government

Which level of government has the power to make and enforce laws within a specific state?

• State government

• International government

• Local government

• Federal government

What is the term used to describe the division of powers between the state and national governments?

• unitary system

• separation of powers

• centralism

• federalism

Which level of government is responsible for issues such as education, transportation, and public safety within a state?

• State government

• International government

• Local government

• Federal government

Which level of government is responsible for issues such as defense, foreign policy, and trade for the entire country?

• Federal government

• Local government

• Municipal government

• State government

What is the purpose of the relationship between state and national governments?

• To limit the authority of the national government.

• To establish a system of checks and balances and share responsibilities.

• To create a hierarchy with the state government as the superior.

• To consolidate power in the national government.

Which level of government is closest to the people and is responsible for issues such as local laws, public services, and zoning?

• State government

• Federal government

• Local government

• International government

What happens when there is a conflict between state and national laws?

• The conflict is resolved by a popular vote among citizens.

• State law takes precedence over federal law.

• Both laws are nullified and a new law is created.

• Federal law takes precedence over state law.

Which level of government has the power to establish and maintain a military?

• state government

• local government

• federal government

• municipal government