Chapter 2: Legacy of Freedom

Question 1

T/F: Federal and State government share sovereign power.

Answer 1

True

Question 2

What is the 10th Amendment entails?

Answer 2

Any powers not given to the federal government are reserved for the states or the people

(Commonly referred to as POLICE POWERS).

Question 3

Are Police Powers limited to criminal laws?

Answer 3

NO, they are NOT limited to criminal laws.

(Rights of states to regulate private activity for the good of society - health safety and security).

(States have very broad powers to regulate - see New York v. Texas).

Question 4

What article and section do citizens in each state are entitled to enjoy the privileges and immunities of all the states?

Answer 4

Article 4, Section 2

(Privileges and Immunities clause. Can NOT be discriminated - property, employment, court system…)