Federal/state Powers

Question 1

What is the primary document that outlines the powers of the federal government in the United States?

Answer 1

The Constitution of the United States.

Question 2

True or False: States have the power to regulate commerce between themselves without federal intervention.

Answer 2

False.

Question 3

Fill in the blank: The powers specifically granted to the federal government by the Constitution are known as ______ powers.

Answer 3

enumerated.

Question 4

What are the powers called that are shared by both the federal and state governments?

Answer 4

Concurrent powers.

Question 5

Which amendment reserves powers not delegated to the federal government to the states?

Answer 5

The Tenth Amendment.

Question 6

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a power reserved for the states? A) Conducting elections B) Regulating interstate commerce C) Establishing local governments D) Issuing licenses

Answer 6

B) Regulating interstate commerce.

Question 7

What is one example of a concurrent power?

Answer 7

The power to tax.

Question 8

True or False: The federal government can override state laws if they conflict with federal laws.

Answer 8

True.

Question 9

What are the powers that are denied to both the federal and state governments called?

Answer 9

Prohibited powers.

Question 10

In the context of federalism, what does the term ‘supremacy clause’ refer to?

Answer 10

The clause that establishes that the Constitution and federal laws take precedence over state laws.