Exploring the Dynamics of Federalism

What is the main reason students find federalism confusing?

• It involves complex mathematical concepts.

• The term 'federalism' is often misunderstood.

• It is not covered in most textbooks.

• It only applies to ancient governments.

What does federalism primarily deal with?

• The election process.

• The judicial system.

• The separation of powers between different levels of government.

• The powers of the President.

What would the US have if all power was centralized in one government?

• A federal government.

• A confederation.

• A unitary government.

• A parliamentary system.

Which amendment is known as the 'Haven of state sovereignty'?

• Fourteenth Amendment

• Tenth Amendment

• Second Amendment

• First Amendment

What does the Full Faith and Credit Clause ensure?

• Federal laws override state laws.

• States must respect the laws of other states.

• The President can veto state laws.

• States can create their own currency.

What was the significance of the McCulloch vs. Maryland case?

• It abolished the National Bank.

• It established the supremacy of state laws over federal laws.

• It allowed states to tax federal institutions.

• It confirmed the federal government's right to establish a National Bank.

What is 'layer-cake federalism'?

• A system where the national government has all the power.

• A system where state and national governments share all powers.

• A system where local governments have more power than state governments.

• A system where state and national governments operate independently.

What is 'marble-cake federalism'?

• A system where local governments have more power than state governments.

• A system where the national government is more involved in state matters.

• A system where the judiciary has more power than the executive.

• A system where state and national governments operate independently.

What is a categorical grant?

• Federal money given to states with no conditions.

• Federal money that must be spent on a specific category.

• State money given to the federal government.

• Federal money given to individuals.

What is the main characteristic of fiscal federalism?

• It involves the judiciary making all decisions.

• It operates primarily through financial means.

• It eliminates the need for a federal government.

• It gives all power to the states.