What does the US constitution say about federalism? Flashcards
What is federalism?
Federalism is a system of government in which power is divided between a central authority and constituent political units.
True or False: The US Constitution establishes a unitary system of government.
False
Fill in the blank: The US Constitution divides power between the national government and _______.
state governments
What article of the US Constitution outlines the powers of the states?
Article IV
Which clause of the US Constitution establishes the supremacy of federal law over state law?
The Supremacy Clause
What powers are specifically granted to the federal government by the US Constitution?
Enumerated powers
What are reserved powers?
Powers that are not specifically granted to the federal government and are reserved for the states.
True or False: The Tenth Amendment reserves powers to the states.
True
What is the significance of the Full Faith and Credit Clause?
It requires states to respect the public acts, records, and judicial proceedings of other states.
Which amendment addresses the relationship between state and federal powers?
The Tenth Amendment
What is dual federalism?
A concept where state and federal governments operate independently within their own spheres of authority.
What is cooperative federalism?
A concept where state and federal governments work together to solve problems.
Fill in the blank: The Constitution allows Congress to regulate _______ among the states.
interstate commerce
What is the principle of limited government in federalism?
The government is limited to powers specifically granted by the Constitution.
True or False: States can enter into treaties with foreign governments.
False
What is an example of a concurrent power?
The power to tax.
What does the Necessary and Proper Clause allow Congress to do?
It allows Congress to make laws that are necessary and proper for executing its enumerated powers.
What role does the Supreme Court play in federalism?
The Supreme Court interprets the Constitution and can resolve disputes between state and federal powers.
What is the role of the states in the amendment process of the Constitution?
States must ratify amendments proposed by Congress.
What is the significance of the Commerce Clause in federalism?
It gives Congress the power to regulate trade between states, impacting federal and state authority.
