Gov. 4.2 Quiz

What are the two main ways Congress influences state and local governments?

• Federal grants and mandates

• State taxes and local laws

• Public education and healthcare

• Military funding and infrastructure

What is a mandate?

• A law that makes states do a job or provide a service

• A suggestion for state improvements

• A voluntary guideline for states

• A financial aid package for states

What do states need to provide to meet federal rules for driver's licenses?

• Proof of residence

• Proof of employment

• Proof of education

• Proof of income

What is one area where the federal government uses mandates to influence policy?

• Local business regulations

• State education systems

• National defense

• International trade

What is the purpose of conducting internet research about the 2005 Real ID Act as suggested in the document?

• To find entertainment options

• To understand state compliance with the legislation

• To learn about international laws

• To explore historical events

What role does the Supreme Court play in disputes between federal and state governments?

• It has no role in these disputes.

• It only supports state governments.

• It plays an important role in settling these disputes.

• It always sides with the federal government.

What was the Supreme Court's ruling in McCulloch v. Maryland?

• State governments are supreme over the national government.

• The national government is supreme over state governments.

• Both governments have equal power.

• The case was dismissed without a ruling.

How has the Supreme Court's view on the division of power between state and national governments changed over the years?

• It has remained the same.

• It has always favored state governments.

• It has sometimes given more power to the national government and other times to state governments.

• It has always favored the national government.

What is the role of the federal court system in disputes between national and state governments?

• It has no role.

• It plays an important role in settling disputes.

• It only supports the national government.

• It only supports state governments.

What is the significance of the Supreme Court in federalism?

• It has no significance.

• It is crucial in resolving disputes.

• It only deals with criminal cases.

• It only deals with civil cases.