AP Government federalism flashcards
Study key concepts and terms related to federalism in AP Government with these flashcards and quizzes.
Quiz(14 questions)
1. Which of the following is a power exclusive to the federal government?
Terms in this Study Set(17)
What is federalism?
Federalism is a system of government where power is divided between a central authority and constituent political units.
True or false: States cannot make treaties with foreign governments.
True, because the Constitution prohibits states from entering treaties.
Difference between enumerated and implied powers.
Enumerated powers are explicitly stated in the Constitution; implied powers are derived from the Necessary and Proper Clause.
Fill in the blank: The ________ Clause empowers Congress to make laws necessary for executing its powers.
Necessary and Proper Clause
What are concurrent powers?
Concurrent powers are those exercised by both federal and state governments, such as taxation and law enforcement.
True or false: Federalism allows for varying laws across states.
True, because states have the power to create their own laws within their jurisdiction.
What is the Supremacy Clause?
It establishes that the Constitution and federal laws take precedence over state laws.
Difference between unitary and federal systems.
In a unitary system, power resides with a central government; in federalism, power is shared between national and state governments.
What are reserved powers?
Reserved powers are those not delegated to the federal government, retained by the states, as per the Tenth Amendment.
Fill in the blank: The ________ Amendment addresses states' rights.
Tenth Amendment
Question: Which level of government can regulate interstate commerce?
The federal government has that authority.
What is dual federalism?
A clear separation of powers and responsibilities between national and state governments, often referred to as 'layer cake' federalism.
True or false: States can tax federal entities.
False, because federal entities are immune from state taxation.
Difference between cooperative and dual federalism.
Cooperative federalism involves collaboration between federal and state governments; dual federalism maintains distinct layers.
Fill in the blank: The ________ Act of 1964 was a significant expansion of federal power.
Civil Rights Act
What is fiscal federalism?
It refers to the financial relations between units of governments in a federal system, typically involving grants and funding.
Question: What is the role of the Commerce Clause?
It grants Congress the power to regulate commerce with foreign nations and among the states.
Questions in this Study Set(14)
1. Which of the following is a power exclusive to the federal government?
2. What is a key feature of cooperative federalism?
3. Which amendment is primarily associated with states' reserved powers?
4. Which level of government has the power to create treaties?
5. Which statement about dual federalism is true?
6. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of federalism?
7. What is an example of fiscal federalism?
8. What does the Supremacy Clause establish?
9. Which of the following is an example of a concurrent power?
10. Fiscal federalism typically involves what type of government interaction?
11. Which power is NOT given to the states?
12. What does the Necessary and Proper Clause allow Congress to do?
13. Which of the following best describes the relationship between state and federal governments under federalism?
14. What role does the Constitution play in federalism?
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