federal System of Government

Why does it mean to have a federal system of government?

• it means that our government is a monarchy and king is in charge

• it means the federal government has some powers, the state governments have some powers and they have some powers they share

• it means that the states are in control in our country

• it means that the church runs our government

Which part of the government has the power to tax citizens?

• federal government

• state government

• they both share this power

Which part of the government has the power to declare war?

• federal government

• state government

• they share this power

Which part of the government has the power to establish and maintain schools?

• federal government

• state government

• they share this power

Which part of government has the power to make laws about marriage?

• federal government

• state government

• they share this power

Which part of government has the power to maintain law and order?

• federal government

• state government

• they share this power

Which part of government has the power to provide for public welfare?

• federal government

• state government

• they share this power

Which part of government has the power to coin money?

• federal government

• state government

• they share this power

Which part of government has the power to maintain armed forces?

• federal government

• state government

• they share this power

Which branch of government is Congress a part of?

• legislative

• executive

• judicial