Chapter 3: Federalism

Question 1

Section of the Constitution allowing Congress to pass all laws “necessary and proper” to its duties, and which has permitted Congress to exercise powers not specifically given to it (enumerated) by the the Constitution

Answer 1

“necessary and proper” clause

Question 2

The doctrine that a state can declare null and void a federal law that, in the state’s opinion, violates the Constitution

Answer 2

Nullification

Question 3

Doctrine holding that the national government is supreme in its sphere, the states are superior in theirs, and the two spheres should be kept separate

Answer 3

Dual Federalism

Question 4

State power to enact laws promoting health, safety, and morals

Answer 4

Police Power

Question 5

Process that permits voters to put legislative measures directly on the ballot

Answer 5

Initiative

Question 6

Procedure enabling voters to reject a measure passed by the legislature

Answer 6

Referendum

Question 7

Procedure whereby voters can remove an elected official from office

Answer 7

Recall

Question 8

Money given by the national government to the states

Answer 8

Grants-in-aid

Question 9

Federal grants for specific purposes, such as building an airport

Answer 9

Categorical Grants

Question 10

Terms set by the national government that states must meet if they are to receive certain federal funds

Answer 10

Conditions of Aid

Question 11

Terms set by the national government that states must meet whether or not they accept federal grants

Answer 11

Mandates

Question 12

A decision by an administrative agency granting some other part permission to violate a law or rule that would otherwise apply to it

Answer 12

Waiver

Question 13

Government authority shared by national and local governments.

Answer 13

Federalism