Federalism Review

What is the course of action that the government takes to address problems or issues?

• Federal funding

• Sunset Law

• Public Policy

• State governments

The _____ law requires periodic checks of laws or government agencies to determine if they are still needed.

Which law prohibits public officials from holding private meetings about public issues?

• Civil Rights Act of 1964

• Sunshine Law

• No Child Left Behind Act

• Sunset Law

What does the National government have the power to regulate according to the Commerce Clause?

• Intrastate commerce

• Local commerce

• Interstate commerce

• International commerce

Which act prohibited racial discrimination in hotels, restaurants, and other public accommodations?

• Sunshine Law

• Sunset Law

• No Child Left Behind Act

• Civil Rights Act of 1964

What is the position that favors state and local action in dealing with problems?

• Nationalist Position

• Federalist Position

• States' Rights Position

• Localist Position

Which position believes that the national government is better equipped to solve major social and economic problems?

• Federalist Position

• States' Rights Position

• Nationalist Position

• Localist Position

What does Federalism give Americans the opportunity to participate in at all levels of government?

• Vote in regular elections

• All of the above

• Running for office

• Influencing national and local policies

What is the main purpose of the No Child Left Behind Act (2001)?

• To test students' basic skills for federal funding

• To prohibit racial discrimination

• To promote transparency in government

• To regulate interstate commerce

What is the main purpose of the Sunshine Law?

• To test students' basic skills for federal funding

• To promote transparency in government

• To prohibit racial discrimination

• To regulate interstate commerce