USA Political Structure

Question 1

What is Federalism in the USA?

Answer 1

A political system in which power is shared by different levels of government

Question 2

Which two distinct levels of government is USA power shared between?

Answer 2

Federal Government
and
State Government

Question 3

Give examples of State powers

Answer 3

Fireworks
Gun laws
Policing
Education
Death penalty 
Taxes (both Federal and State!)

Question 4

Give examples of Federal powers

Answer 4

Set currency
Trade with foreign countries
Declare war
Foreign relations
Taxes (Federal and State!)

Question 5

What is the purpose of the U.S. Constitution

Answer 5

It defines and limits the powers of the Federal government.
It defines the relationship between the Federal Government and the individual state Governments.
Guarantees the rights of the citizens of the U.S.

Question 6

What are the 3 branches of the Federal Government?

Answer 6

Executive
Legislative
Judiciary

Question 7

What is the American Dream?

Answer 7

The American Dream is the belief that regardless of where you come from, as long as you work hard, you can achieve whatever you want.