Federalism Quiz

What is the definition of federalism?

• A system where power is divided between a central authority and constituent units

• A system where all power is held by a single central authority

• A system where power is shared equally among all citizens

• A system where power is held by local governments only

Which of the following is NOT a type of power in the U.S. federal system?

• Concurrent powers

• Expressed powers

• Implied powers

• Absolute powers

Which of the following is NOT a level of government in federalism?

• National

• State

• Local

• International

In federalism, which level of government is responsible for counties and cities?

• National

• State

• Local

• International

In federalism, what types of powers are given to the federal government?

• Reserved powers

• Expressed & implied powers

• Concurrent powers

• Denied powers

What is the term for powers explicitly stated in the Constitution?

• Implied powers

• Reserved powers

• Expressed powers

• Concurrent powers

Which of the following is a financial power of the federal government?

• To regulate education

• To coin money

• To issue building permits

• To manage local parks

What are implied powers?

• Powers expressly given to the national government

• Powers not expressly given but reasonably implied

• Powers given to state governments

• Powers that are not mentioned in the Constitution

Where are the expressed powers that imply other powers found in the Constitution?

• Article 2 Section 3

• Article 1 Section 8

• Article 3 Section 1

• Article 4 Section 2

Which of the following is true about several Amendments?

• They grant powers to Congress

• They limit government at all levels

• They expand state powers

• They remove limitations on government