Federalism in the United States

Federalism in the United States

12th Grade

10 Qs

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Federalism in the United States

Federalism in the United States

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12th Grade

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the root of the word 'federalism'?

The Greek word 'phalanx' meaning military formation

The English word 'federal' meaning pertaining to a central government

The Latin word 'foedus' meaning agreement or pact

The French word 'fédérer' meaning to federate

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What analogy is originally used to describe the structure of federalism?

A mosaic

A tapestry

A marble cake

A layered cake

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How has the analogy for federalism in the United States evolved over time?

From a tapestry to a marble cake

From a marble cake to a layered cake

From a mosaic to a layered cake

From a layered cake to a marble cake

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the transition from a 'layered cake' to a 'marble cake' analogy signify about federalism in the U.S.?

A simplification of government layers

A separation of powers

An increase in state powers

A blending of federal and state powers

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is an exclusive power of the federal government?

Conducting elections

Regulating intrastate commerce

Establishing local governments

Declaring war

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is an exclusive power of state governments?

Coining money

Regulating foreign commerce

Conducting elections

Raising armies

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is a concurrent power shared by both federal and state governments?

Declaring war

Establishing courts

Coining money

Regulating foreign affairs

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