POS 2041 Chapter Test 3 (Attempts) With
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Which argument justifies the idea that federalism creates a system of inequality
in America? - ANSWER States vary in the wealth of their citizens, creating
inequitable programs from state to state.
As part of an initiative to make America a healthier nation, Congress has
introduced an act that requires states to have a certain amount of free, publicly
available playgrounds, walking trails, and parks to encourage physical activity.
To incentivize state participation, Congress is providing grants-in-aid for parks
and recreation budgets to meet these requirements. What is this scenario an
example of? - ANSWER cooperative federalism
What is the primary function of the necessary and proper clause? - ANSWER to
grant Congress the ability to make laws that allow them to carry out their
enumerated powers
Which factor(s) contributed to the period of national supremacy? - ANSWER -
the conflict over chartering. a national bank
-the appointment of Chief Justice John Marshall
- the decision on McCulloch v. Maryland
Suppose a new amendment is passed that requires the national government to
provide each citizen over the age of 18 with a universal basic income. Part of
this amendment allows states to provide an additional amount of basic income to
citizens within that state. This authority over a universal basic income that is
shared between the federal government and the states is an example of which
type of power? - ANSWER concurrent
Which aspect of federalism is generally considered favorable? - ANSWER
accommodation of a variety of viewpoints
According to Chief Justice John Marshall, what was the role of the Supreme
Court in the American federal system? - ANSWER to preserve the power held by
the federal government
The authority of Congress to coin money, as specified in Article I, Section 8 of
the Constitution, can be classified as a(n) ________. - ANSWER enumerated
power
, How does the encouragement of laboratories of democracy ensure fairness in a
system of federalism? - ANSWER States have the freedom to experiment with
policies that their citizens find favorable without forcing citizens of another state
to adopt that same policy
During the period of dual federalism, which action would Congress have been
able to take? - ANSWER admitting the state of Alaska into the Union
Implementation of policies at the federal level fosters experimentation and
protects local interests. - ANSWER False
Which statement accurately summarizes the Supremacy Clause? - ANSWER
laws made at the federal level override conflicting laws made at the state level
Which statement best summarizes the era of state-centered federalism? -
ANSWER states retained some sovereignty with minimal interference by the
federal government.
The use of marijuana for medical and/or recreational purposes has been made
legal by several states. However, the use of marijuana for any reason remains
illegal at the federal level. Which part of the Constitution upholds the
classification of marijuana as an illegal controlled substance, despite being legal
in some states? - ANSWER the Supremacy Clause
Assume the state of Washington has implemented a minimum wage that is
higher than the federal minimum wage. The new minimum wage has proven
beneficial in some ways but has hurt the economy in others, which is now
prompting state lawmakers to reconsider the legislation. Which benefit of
federalism gives the state of Washington the freedom to try out the new law
without worries of national-scale implications? - ANSWER the encouragement of
policy experiments in the laboratory of democracy
How might the reliance of state and/or federal governments on the courts be
perceived as unfair by Americans? - ANSWER when decisions about policies are
made by the court, they are not made by elected representatives.
Who has the power to settle dispute between states? - ANSWER the Supreme
Court
What was the primary function of the Supreme Court during the period of dual
federalism? - ANSWER to preserve and protect the economic sovereignty of the
states from federal involvement
What is one disadvantage to the division of power that is characteristic of
federalism? - ANSWER shared responsibility can sometimes lead to no action
and a lack of accountability
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Which argument justifies the idea that federalism creates a system of inequality
in America? - ANSWER States vary in the wealth of their citizens, creating
inequitable programs from state to state.
As part of an initiative to make America a healthier nation, Congress has
introduced an act that requires states to have a certain amount of free, publicly
available playgrounds, walking trails, and parks to encourage physical activity.
To incentivize state participation, Congress is providing grants-in-aid for parks
and recreation budgets to meet these requirements. What is this scenario an
example of? - ANSWER cooperative federalism
What is the primary function of the necessary and proper clause? - ANSWER to
grant Congress the ability to make laws that allow them to carry out their
enumerated powers
Which factor(s) contributed to the period of national supremacy? - ANSWER -
the conflict over chartering. a national bank
-the appointment of Chief Justice John Marshall
- the decision on McCulloch v. Maryland
Suppose a new amendment is passed that requires the national government to
provide each citizen over the age of 18 with a universal basic income. Part of
this amendment allows states to provide an additional amount of basic income to
citizens within that state. This authority over a universal basic income that is
shared between the federal government and the states is an example of which
type of power? - ANSWER concurrent
Which aspect of federalism is generally considered favorable? - ANSWER
accommodation of a variety of viewpoints
According to Chief Justice John Marshall, what was the role of the Supreme
Court in the American federal system? - ANSWER to preserve the power held by
the federal government
The authority of Congress to coin money, as specified in Article I, Section 8 of
the Constitution, can be classified as a(n) ________. - ANSWER enumerated
power
, How does the encouragement of laboratories of democracy ensure fairness in a
system of federalism? - ANSWER States have the freedom to experiment with
policies that their citizens find favorable without forcing citizens of another state
to adopt that same policy
During the period of dual federalism, which action would Congress have been
able to take? - ANSWER admitting the state of Alaska into the Union
Implementation of policies at the federal level fosters experimentation and
protects local interests. - ANSWER False
Which statement accurately summarizes the Supremacy Clause? - ANSWER
laws made at the federal level override conflicting laws made at the state level
Which statement best summarizes the era of state-centered federalism? -
ANSWER states retained some sovereignty with minimal interference by the
federal government.
The use of marijuana for medical and/or recreational purposes has been made
legal by several states. However, the use of marijuana for any reason remains
illegal at the federal level. Which part of the Constitution upholds the
classification of marijuana as an illegal controlled substance, despite being legal
in some states? - ANSWER the Supremacy Clause
Assume the state of Washington has implemented a minimum wage that is
higher than the federal minimum wage. The new minimum wage has proven
beneficial in some ways but has hurt the economy in others, which is now
prompting state lawmakers to reconsider the legislation. Which benefit of
federalism gives the state of Washington the freedom to try out the new law
without worries of national-scale implications? - ANSWER the encouragement of
policy experiments in the laboratory of democracy
How might the reliance of state and/or federal governments on the courts be
perceived as unfair by Americans? - ANSWER when decisions about policies are
made by the court, they are not made by elected representatives.
Who has the power to settle dispute between states? - ANSWER the Supreme
Court
What was the primary function of the Supreme Court during the period of dual
federalism? - ANSWER to preserve and protect the economic sovereignty of the
states from federal involvement
What is one disadvantage to the division of power that is characteristic of
federalism? - ANSWER shared responsibility can sometimes lead to no action
and a lack of accountability
